4E1 Oral Prep 2023_ Topic 6 Rock Climbing by Guangyang Secondary https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c en-us 2023-07-04 02:31:40 UTC 2025-12-20 12:28:35 UTC hello@padlet.com How to answer Q3 Global Qn? gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2637576483 1)State your stand: yes or no (answer the Qn directly first)
2)State your (reason) Point #1– Example, Explain, Elaborate, Link *
3)State your (reason) Point #2– Example, Explain, Elaborate, Link *
4)Provide alternative POV: However, others may argue that…(PEEEL)
5)*Always include your own Personal experience (current or past) using 5W1H, talk about what happened after the experience. Did it change your outlook or perspective on the issue or theme? Did it make you change something about yourself?
]]> 2023-07-04 02:33:25 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2637576483 How to answer Q2 Community Qn? gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2637577085 1)State your Parents’ stand: yes or no. Include your (reason) Point #1– Example, Explain, Elaborate, Link. *
2)State your Friends’ stand: yes or no. Include your (reason) Point #2– Example, Explain, Elaborate, Link *

*Include your own Personal experience (current or past) using 5W1H whenever possible

3) Next, talk about the general consensus: Would parents or teenagers generally share the same views? Give reasons (P) + EEEL **Link to what is happening in the recent news!

4) Restate your point: Therefore, my parents / friends… agree / disagree that...and end off with personal reflection, predictions for future etc
]]> 2023-07-04 02:33:54 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2637577085 How to answer Q1 Personal Qn? gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2637577697 1)State your stand: yes or no (answer the Qn directly first)
2)State your (reason) Point #1– Example, Explain, Elaborate, Link
3)State your (reason) Point #2– Example, Explain, Elaborate, Link 
4)Provide alternative POV: However, others may argue that…(PEEEL)
5)Next, talk about your own Personal experience (current or past) using 5W1H, talk about what happened after the experience. Did it change your outlook or perspective on the issue or theme? Did it make you change something about yourself?
6)Restate your point: Therefore, I agree / disagree that...and end off with personal reflection, predictions for future etc
]]> 2023-07-04 02:34:27 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2637577697 gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639404788 2023-07-06 05:58:48 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639404788 (+VE): Deeksha's group gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639416667 I feel positive about participating in rock climbing. Participating in rock climbing it can help us stay healthy. When we are participating in rock climbing we are engaging our muscles strenuously for a prolonged period of time, working and building our muscles along the process. This enhances our muscular endurance and strength along with other health benefits which causes us  to stay fit. As a homebody who has ventured into perusing the hobby of rock climbing, I have been able to live a more healthy and fit lifestyle as compared to my previous lifestyle of lazing around the house. ]]> 2023-07-06 06:15:07 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639416667 (+ve): Mun Xuan's group gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417095 I would feel enthusiastic participating in this activity because I have a passion for rock climbing. When I participate in this, it gives me a sense of achievement when I reach the top of the wall. I also enjoy the challenges I face during rock climbing which allows me to work on my strategic thinking and it also helps improves my stamina and strength. For example, I interned at Upwall which is rock climbing site. I learnt many interesting facts there about rock climbing , helping me to enhance my knowledge on it and brew my passion towards it as well, inspiring me to pursue a career as a professional rock climbing coach. One technique I've learnt is the dyno. A dyno is when a climber is stuck in a position and they are unable to continue, they will use dyno to jump up to grab the rocks above which will help them continue climbing. Due to my positive experiences and passion in rock climbing, I would feel extremely eager to participate in this activity.


]]> 2023-07-06 06:15:24 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417095 (+ve): Nicholas's group gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417519 I would feel excited about trying this activity. Rock climbing is a sport that demands the duality of both physical prowess and problem-solving skills. For example, as a rock climber, often I have to strategize what techniques and body placements are required to succeed in clearing a route. Furthermore, it also requires immense strength to be able to hold onto small or tricky holds. This intellectual aspect keeps rock climbing challenging and makes every route cleared feel like an accomplishment. Additionally, since every rock-climbing route is unique, one technique may not be viable for all routes. Therefore this keeps rock climbing fun regardless of how many times I participate in this activity.]]> 2023-07-06 06:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417519 (-ve): Rayner gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417763 Personally, I do not enjoy participating in this activity. Despite the myriad of diverse and fun physical activities I can partake in, rock climbing is not part of my list due to many reasons. The sport is rather limited in terms of locations as I would have to travel a significant distance to a climbing gym to climb whereas I could play other sports like basketball at a basketball court which is easily accesible since they are well distributed in residential estates.]]> 2023-07-06 06:16:18 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417763 (-ve): Faith gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417890 Personally, I would feel uncomfortable participating in such an activity . 

Firstly, I have a fear of heights, hence the idea of participating in any high elements activities is daunting. 
Personally, a few years back, I read a news about how a 16 year old boy lost his footing at an adventure sports club and unfortunately the incident took away his precious life. This is shows that even with harnesses and safety equipment accidents can still happen and this instilled my fear of heights, making me avoid such activities like rock climbing. 

]]> 2023-07-06 06:16:28 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639417890 (-ve): Reezwan gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639418014 Firstly, I feel intimidated by rock climbing. The first thing that comes to me in rock climbing is the height that some walls can go. I were to be invited to rock climb at any point in time, I would decline. Personally, the very thought of falling form a high place, even with equipment, scares me to death. Furthermore, the equipment is not always 100% safe, and rhat is not a risk I am willing to take. For example, I heard that quite a while ago, a secondary school boy my age, tragically died while rock climbing due to equipment failure. Since I wish to see another day, I choose not to rock climb.]]> 2023-07-06 06:16:38 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639418014 (-ve): Josephine gyssedutech https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639418765 I feel that I would feel anxious if I was forced to partake in this activity, as someone who has acrophobia, I dislike high- elements related activities. For example, during my P5 camp, and my school had planned rock climbing as one of the activities to push us out of our comfort zone. However, when the coach asked me to get ready for the climb, i was very hesitate since i heard many story from friends and family that rock climbing is not safe. Being someone who has acrophobia, it made me fear worse for my safety that, i didn't want to go and climb. Because of that, i was having anxiety at that point of time, causing me to seat back for that activity while my friends are having fun. ]]> 2023-07-06 06:17:35 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2639418765 Bryant, Rizwan, Jaxier https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640193532 Q2. Does your families share your views about physically demanding sports?

I think physically demanding sports serves as a means to test human limits. Sports like competitive swimming, bodybuilding and activities in track and field put us in awe of the peak human condition in aspects like swimming, building muscles, running, jumping or hurling. The top athletes of their respective sports inspire and instill hope in newer generations to grow and outperform them, further showing how amazing humans can be.

However, my family would disagree as they feel that regularly taking part in sports is too exhausting and expensive. My parents have discouraged me from playing badminton competitively as they believe the stress caused by both school and sports, as well as the physical strain of the sport itself is simply too much for me to handle. Furthermore, they believe that good equipment is too expensive for them to spend. A professional badminton racket can cost around $200 to $300. Plus, that is just for the racket, not including the stringing of the racket, as it comes separately. Plus, we also need to consider good sport shoes and shuttlecocks. Lastly, they believe that the cost of time used playing my sports should be used in more "important" sectors of our lives.

]]> 2023-07-07 03:47:45 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640193532 Nicholas, Brennan, Yihui nicholaswanwk https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640193900 Q2) What recreational activities do your peers and parents take part in

P: Peers: Basketball
Experience: Go down to neighbourhood basketball court. Play in teams, bond together through it.
L: Help me get bond and connect with my friends. Learn teamwork and communication skills

P: Parents:
Experience: ]]> 2023-07-07 03:48:13 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640193900 Brant, Reezwan, Xavier https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640194454 Q3 Do you think there are enough safety or precautionary measures in sport facilities?

No, having heard of incidents in sports facilities, I feel that sports facilities do not have enough measures and precautions despite the incidents that happen. For example, the gym may be a heaven for people to get into shape and to be physically ready but many of us doubt the risks that come with the benefits. Being a gym enthusiast, i have heard of many stories where bodybuilders injure themselves whilst preparing for a competition or when they are lifting heavy weights such examples are tearing their muscles, dislocating their joints and breaking bones. Having said this, many facilities do not teach you the proper ways when lifting or training. Hence i feel that there are not enough safety measures or precautions in placed in sports facilities.]]> 2023-07-07 03:49:04 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640194454 Benson, aaron and jaedyn https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640194804 2) Would your parents or peers like to partake in physical activities]]> 2023-07-07 03:49:36 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640194804 Nicholas Brennan Yihui nicholaswanwk https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640195242 Q3) People say that it is a waste of time to relax and unwind. How far do you agree with this statement?]]> 2023-07-07 03:50:15 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640195242 BH, Josephine, Jia Yi https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640197330 Do you think people in your country would take up sports as a hobby?

Yes, I do think that people in my country would take up sports as a hobby. “You only live once” the main objective of this quote is to remind people to not waste their lives. I feel that most people would prefer to go outdoors and partake in sports rather than staying cooped up in their house all day. Singapore has one of the highest rates of myopia in the world and parents are struggling to get their children to embrace a more outdoorsy lifestyle. Not only this, the lack of outdoor activities during the Covid-19 pandemic would worsen the rates and hasten progression of myopia in children, according to preliminary data from some studies here. After knowing this, more and more parents would encourage their children to do sports and they will tend to partake with them. This will eventually become a habit to participate in sports which can also be considered a hobby.
]]> 2023-07-07 03:53:26 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640197330 Lois, Sara, Keicia https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640207317 q2. do you think your family and friends often go for sport activities?

]]> 2023-07-07 04:08:55 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640207317 Nathan, Kendrick Tan, Deeksha (Grp 2) nathan_banerjee https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640207429 I feel enriched about participating in this activity.

Firstly, it keeps me fit. Rock climbing strengthens my muscles, like forearm, abs, etc. For example, during my rock climbing experience at Universal Studios, I could feel my abs and forearms contracting as I climbed up the wall. Hence rock climbing builds up my strength.

Secondly, rock climbing is a stress reliever. My body releases dopamine, noradrenaline and serotonin. These are monoamine neurotransmitters and chemicals that play a big part in the balance and regulation of your overall mood. For example,after rock climbing in JB, I felt more alert and energised. Hence rock climbing is destressing.

However some may argue that rock climbing can be expensive. The equipments are high in value. For example a helmet can cost about 50 dollars, very costly. Hence some may disagree that rock climbing can be costly.

As I said in my second point, rock climbing relieves pressure. Based on my own experience in primary 6, I felt more energised and alert after my rock climbing in Kallang mall and could focus better on my loads of homework.

Hence I feel enriched about participating in this activity.]]> 2023-07-07 04:09:07 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640207429 Lois, Sara, Keicia https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640207941 q3. Singaporeans do not take part in sport activities. How far do you agree with this statement?

]]> 2023-07-07 04:10:03 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640207941 DEEKSHA, KENDRICK, NATHAN (GROUP 2 ) https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640210948 Have you personally experienced rock climbing and how entertaining was it  ?
Yes I do have an experience with rock climbing.  And I could say it wasn't very good .
I went up and half through the journey I started to panic the distance from me and the ground seemed obvious and it felt obvious too. I was starting to worry about falling. And my mind made up those scenarios where I fell down all the way down and end up in the hospital. But I convinced myself not to peek at that ground .I continued climbing when my left leg slipped and I saw the distance from the ground. I started to panic. I was so startled by the height I couldn't push myself to quit and even move down. I didn't move and a fireman had to be called save me

]]> 2023-07-07 04:14:49 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640210948 Group 2, Kendrick Tan, Deeksha and Nathan. https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640212343 QN: Do you think rock climbing is a good hobby for people to take up?

Ans: Yes i do think rock climbing is a good hobby to take up as it makes climbers us their entire body. The process of pulling and pushing one's self up the wall can promote physical activeness to the climbers while keeping the mind active by challenging themselves to think of a way to climb up the many different climbing holds and paths.

Another reason it is a good hobby to take up as it is a good way to have social contact. There are already many active people who take up rock climbing and they are a good way to ]]> 2023-07-07 04:16:48 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2640212343 Josephine, boon hsuan, jiayi https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2642142352 Qn: Do your family members or friends enjoy participating in this activity?

Answer:
I do have family members who enjoy participating in this activity. My sister enjoys rock climbing as she feels that it brings a plethora of health benefits such as increased arm strength. My sister is health conscious and would do anything to be fit and healthy, hence when she found out the rock climbing health benefits, she was immediately onboard with the idea. Not only she rock climbs for the various health benefits, but also she idolizes a rock climber, Janja Garnbret. Janja Garnbret is the first-ever female gold medalist in sport climbing at the Olympics. Hence, my sister is even more motivated to continue to enjoy rock climbing.

However, my friends do not enjoy participating in this activity. Since my friends are also students, being a student can be both physically and mentally challenging as we spend our time in a sedentary posture seated in a classroom while teachers drone on for hours. Additionally, the hectic schedule and a continuous supply of work are expected of graduating students. Due to the overwhelming workload, students are sacrificing their time to sleep for their studies, hence naturally students' sleep schedule would be negatively affected. Therefore with the limited amount of time my friends have, they feel that using time for rock climbing will be a waste of time as that time could be used for sleep or studying. 

Therefore, my sister would enjoy rock-climbing as it provides health benefits. However my friends would not enjoy rock climbing as they feel that it is a waste of time.]]> 2023-07-11 00:31:03 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2642142352 Heidi https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2644124394 As a whole, I would feel proud participating in such an activity

Initially, I would feel extremely nerve-wreaked to be apart in this activity, upon seeing the sight of many rock climbers of different ages, I would feel rather self-conscious and panicked as compared to the other climbers, I am comparably more inexperienced and knowing that there might be a possibility that I might be watched by other passerbys, makes me want to back out as soon as possible 

However, I would feel a surge of determination to get it done and over with, as I have had this fear hanging over my chest for a very long time, knowing that I would feel a sense of accomplishment overcoming my fear of heights. It would truly be a day that I would never forget and I would truly feel proud of me partaking in such an event even if I were to mess up countless of times 

I have also heard from online sources that rock climbing can truly help with your personal growth and development and I would want to reap some of those benefits for myself. It is said that it can heighten your mental awareness and it can truly be beneficial in helping me to come up creative ways to solve problems that I may encounter in real-life situations, it can also improve balance in a person and help prevent accidents from occurring such as falls and slips.

Therefore I would feel encouraged to give rock climbing a try.]]> 2023-07-13 04:49:01 UTC https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2644124394 Kendrick Suhail Reghan https://padlet.com/gyssedutech/x4k61zt28ypdp25c/wish/2644127829 What do your family and friends think about engaging in outdoor activities?

My friends like to play outdoor activities. 
For example after school if there is time we would go down to the neighborhood basketball court and play basketball.
As an athlete myself I would say that playing a sport u loved just takes our mind off everything that is going on. As it also is our O lvl year we have to find a way to relieve all the stress that we have. Furthermore it is also a healthy way of relieving stress as we get to excercise instead of using our phone as a way to escape stress 

However on the other hand my family would think that my relatives would disagree in engaging in outdoor activities.
As they think that engaging in outdoor activities could lead to major injuries that would be a burden in the future.
They also feel that participating in outdoor activities would lead to us distracting ourselves from out education and being more distant from our families. 


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