I just realized that native Malaysians aren't Malay! D

Does everyone here thinks Malays are the original race on this country who first set foot, thereby claiming that they are superior to others? That sure is deemed evident by what the government does, pouring huge mounts of aid and $ to Malays. However my trip to Taman Negara, meeting these 'authentic' Malay tribes(above), sure did give me a whole new 'immigrant' image of the Malays.

Looks like they aren't so different from us after all.....

Exams

Politics

Why has Tony Blair's & Gordon Brown's style of governance has been criticized heavily over the past decade? How have they changed throughout the years?

What are some of the obvious constraints on parliament and how does it effect legislation?


Mention sources of the British constitution and explain how are they vital to its flexible characteristic.


Eng Literature

How have the idea of materialism unveiled America as a country of corrupt riches and virtuous bankers? [The Great Gatsby]

Explain the 'Titanic tragedy' in The Great Gatsby and give relevant examples from the text.

Explain the notion of class opposition in King Lear, how does it reflect on the story as a whole?


Economics

Give the definition of elasticity of demand and factors affecting it.

Why do people pay such high prices for commodities which are unimportant to life such as diamonds but pay low prices for goods crucial for survival such as water?

Is GDP (gross domestic product) a good measure of a country's growth? if not, why and what is then? If yes, why?


Maths

Find dy/dx for the function x^3 + 4^(x/2) + 3

Solve the simultaneous equations y + 2x = 5
2x^2 - 3x - y = 16


The equations x^2 + 10x + k = 0 has equal roots.

Find K.
For this value of K, sketch the graph of y = x^2 + 10x + k, showing the coordinates of any points at which the graphs meets the coordinate axes.

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Sense a big difference in the difficulty among the four subjects i'm doing? Official exams are daunting, its just 2 weeks away. I found out many wesleyans are going to do A-levels. Well here's a taste of what some of the questions to come, not that to dissuade you guys, but maybe to provide an insight of whats really ahead.

Maths, science and econs are quite popular from what I've found out, so here's what I think. The syllabus entails much similarity with form 5,4 even 3 malaysian syllabus(in the case of mathematics) therefore it won't be completely gobbledygook to new intakes.

Maths should be a free A for most wesleyans, science really depending on your grip on how much you already forgotten, haha. Econs seems simplistic and comprehensible in the earlier chapters but it goes much deeper as questions on a topic progresses. Again, it really depends how you find it. I personally think Econs A's within reach of a couple of metres, but beware of the deep, spiraling traps in disguise that lie beneath the short reach.

To all Alevel takers in January, good luck!

Who do you see in these pictures? A wierdo lady who experiences constant wardrobe malfuctions.

What do you see in these pictures? Maybe a strong, creative, independant mind who will revolutionize the pop music & fashion industry with very unique costumes and music styles.

I ADORE her! music and self.

State of Mind

It's been long...since I have returned to this blog. I tend to be inconsistent much with my postings. Oxford's life is bustling with much work, yes it is an excuse. but hey, care or not, i'm back with a post!

Yesterday, I stared, with a heavy heart, at graduation pictures of peers from my ex-school Wesley Methodist School, bringing an overwhelming feeling of nostalgia. I wish i were there! I had never felt such a longing to be somewhere, sometime. It's been 3 years, I've dissected myself from a school that I was extremely connected with, a school where I built on friendships with most of my high school peers, a school which taught me many harsh lessons on values, life, and beliefs. I feel really happy for my friends who are moving on to college, a more challenging tier of academia, graduating from adolescence, moving on to adulthood. Cool! Wish I was there to move with you guys.

The smiles in those pics really must mean something to celebrate. Unfortunately for me, I have nothing so much to smile about now, perhaps in two years time, perhaps there might be frowns. Mmm. A Level's is a really unpredictable monster that gnaw away your wanted grades the very moment you think you've got them. Exclude maths, physics, bio, and every other boring state that boringly qualifies in the 'boring science' category. Life seems a drag over here, and I'm feeling the immense pressure as january exams draws near. Talk about nostalgia @@

What holds for us in the future? The tale will be told in Time.....

Iphone 4G

Tightening its grip on the smartphone market, Apple churns out another baby called the Apple 4G (ultra?) which displays cutting edge tech-savvy applications, and is basically a Mackbook in a phone. It's supposed to hit Malaysian stores around July 09', but the release have obviously been delayed for unknown reasons. This model is just another element that shows Apple is always 10 steps ahead of their rivals, product innovation and technology alike. Go Apple!


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Simian Mobile Disco

First album ever to create ' augmented reality music and visuals mixer'. Although I didn't get to attend the concert, the electronica music is pretty good, I well recommend it =)

Observing and interpreting can be painful. Especially when what you see is opposed to how you see life unfolds, and not necessarily imperative in your favorable view of life. *cringes

Friends and family injects much fun into one's life. What would one do without them? If only all family and friends wouldnt have conflicting opinions and tense arguments on one's life and decisions, all would be good. Anyway, who am I to judge?.......

It is disappointing to see how malaysia's democracy is structured through a very racial framework. In making economic decisions, appeal to other races is always taken into consideration. Again this is the whole debate on religion vs. economy development. Education and the govt. corruption are just some of the many problems that plague malaysia.....I believe malaysia will do better with much liberal and open-minded leaders like dr.mahathir. i didnt know he was the one who introduced gas to power taxis as a more efficient solution to govt. deficits and the economy! bravo? haha. nwy, enough with dull and silly talk! on a totally different note...........

i never actually realised nor appreciated bollywood films. i guess its a stereotyped instill in me that indian dances and music is unappealing. however. dhooom really pried my eyes open to this vibrant, talented industry. a pulsating entrêe to the movie. Hrithik Roshan has the moves!