#72: A pre-New Year's Eve post

Okay, let us set things straight a bit.

First, the Literature Component syllabus in English for SPM (to be distinguished with English Literature) is now more inferior than ever, with the novel to be used as the material for study will be Step by Wicked Step, a "children's book" by Anne Fine, according to Wikipedia. I let you all to decide for yourselves whether it's really inferior or not.

Next, the KOMSAS syallbus in Bahasa Malaysia for SPM is now more inferior than ever, with the novel to be used as the material for study for Form 5 students from 2011 onwards, will be Interlok, as the contents will be very controversial and has raised sentiments among the Indian race (but for now, Indian leaders like MIC). I let you all to decide for yourselves whether it's really inferior or not.

Third, I have set up a survey asking students about their opinions on a possible CHS Promenade 2011. The survey is independent and I'm not representing any individuals and organisations, just doing some research. The link is here: http://www.misterpoll.com/polls/512172 Do log on and fill up the survey if you are one of the Form 5 students-to-be in another 5 days.

Here's a brief report as in 11.37pm: There are 10 out of 11 are aware about previous CHS Promenades, and 36% of the 11 voters so far would definitely attend the Promenade 2011 while another 36% is still hesistating. 18% says no.

45% feels that the usual price for a prom ticket is in between RM100 and RM120, whereas 27% says it is usually at RM120 to RM150, but when it comes to an ideal price, 36% feels that it is at RM80 to RM100.

There are quite varied opinions on venue, and this is probably due to where they stay. 36% says that they prefer Kuala Lumpur City Centre, whereas 27% prefer Petaling Jaya City Centre. Speaking of a tale of two cities! One suggested Hilton Kuala Lumpur, another 1 World Hotel in Bandar Utama.

Now, about the events during Promenade. Most voters expect delicious food, over 70% voters want performances by our fellow batchmates, like KTFB (as an example). 63% of the voters wants ballroom dancing, which is something surprising.

Speaking of dances, 45% of the voters feels that slow dances are okay, whereas 27% of the voters insist on having dancing as part of the itenerary of the promenade event. Some feel that dancing is sensual, others say that they do not have partners. Throughout the survey, the votes is split between hiring a DJ or having one of the Form 5 students as the DJ, but at 11:37 pm, more wanted the latter.

When asked what kind of theme they would prefer, some wanted a masquerade ball, some wanted a Christmas/Winter-style, some wanted something hot and spicy in contrary, some just want it elegant, there's even a suggestion of 1920s theme!

When asked on formal dress code, the boys said ties and tuxedoes, some girls prefer ankle-length gown, some prefer sleeveless party dress, whereas some answer more generally: wear like going to MPO.

When it comes to priority, more wanted entertainment over food.

This is a short report about the survey at 11.37. Happy Birthday to Zhi Wei!