PRACTICE 1:

Rearrange the following sentences to have a complete synopsis of the short story, Tanjong Rhu.
Sentences number
A It is a simple yet profound story.
B She manages to tell him of a hidden key in the altar before she passes away.

C The day after Ah Ma’s funeral, Mr Li recalls the day he told his mother about
using binoculars or see-far glasses.
D She tells Mr Li she sees his childhood days when they enjoyed walks on
Tanjong Rhu beach.
E The story is about the relationship between Mr. T. W. Li, a rich businessman
and Ah Ma, his mother.
F Ah Ma is traditional with strong religious beliefs and practises ancestor
worship.
G She hopes to see her husband’s shipyard again in Tanjong Rhu.
H Mr. Li has his office at Shenton Way and is modern in ways and ideas.
I He wants her to have a better vision.
J She then becomes sick and unable to talk much.
K He promises to fulfil her last wish but is unable to find the key

PRACTICE 2 : Using the information from Practice 1, write the synopsis of Tanjong Rhu.

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PRACTICE 1:
Rearrange the following sentences to have a complete synopsis of the short story, Tanjong Rhu.
Sentences number
A It is a simple yet profound story.
B She manages to tell him of a hidden key in the altar before she passes away.

C The day after Ah Ma’s funeral, Mr Li recalls the day he told his mother about
using binoculars or see-far glasses.
D She tells Mr Li she sees his childhood days when they enjoyed walks on
Tanjong Rhu beach.
E The story is about the relationship between Mr. T. W. Li, a rich businessman
and Ah Ma, his mother.
F Ah Ma is traditional with strong religious beliefs and practises ancestor
worship.
G She hopes to see her husband’s shipyard again in Tanjong Rhu.
H Mr. Li has his office at Shenton Way and is modern in ways and ideas.
I He wants her to have a better vision.
J She then becomes sick and unable to talk much.
K He promises to fulfil her last wish but is unable to find the key

PRACTICE 2 : Using the information from Practice 1, write the synopsis of Tanjong Rhu.

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