13 November 2009
To: Mrs Sarapathy Menon
Principal
Chong Boon Secondary School
PROPOSAL TO CREATE ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS AMONG STUDENTS
I am Jason Tay from Integrity One, the president of the Green Club. As the green carnival is approaching, the Green Club members and I hope to take this opportunity to introduce activities with regards to the environmental education. We hope to seek your approval in allowing us to host a variety of activities during the carnival.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Draft Six,(Final draft.)
" If only the government granted what we wanted, these won't happen, " said Ali, as tears streamed down his face upon looking at his brother's grave, together with his mother.
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, had always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both had a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things had not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya had made many good friends in school and in their neighbourhood. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its independence. The government, which was controlled by the Sinhalese, announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefathers were born here would be allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell to some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family disappear into sight.
Ali then strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stay with Buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared at by the Sinhalese and were bullied by children older than them.
Bunch of Sinhalese children would surround around Ali and Jaya. They would throw rocks at them and call them names. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you think that you Sinhalese are very smart?" said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quickly as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed; Ali and Jaya had scored well in their results and was able to go to a university. Unfortunately that year, the government introduced new university admission criterias. The Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based solely on academic results.
Therefore, the number of vacancies in university had been taken up. Ali and Jaya were extremely upset. While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation between two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, I am sorry to interrupted, but I overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who fight against the unreasonable Sinhalese," explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Much unhappiness was caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being biased towards the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assassinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodies were piled on the streets.
Ali's mother was unaware that both Ali and Jaya were involved in the LTTE. Ali and Jaya knew that once they joined the LTTE, it meant a dangerous adventure for them.
"Brother, I want you to remember. No matter what, please, safety comes first. If the Sinhalese are dashing forward with a knife, run as fast as you can, understand? explained Ali. Both of them, together with the rest of the LTTE members, were going to oppose the Sinhalese government now.
"Brother, I will," replied Jaya, nodding his head approvingly.
Soon, blood was oozing out of the Sinhalese and Tamils as the riot started. The government would not grant the Tamils a separate independent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka. Just then, a Sinhalese, holding a knife on his hand, rushed towards Ali. Ali could hardly notice as the place was very chaotic. Jaya saw the Sinhalese, he ran as fast as he could towards Ali, but it was too late.
"Brother! Open your eyes! Please, I beg you!" pleaded Ali anxiously, shaking Jaya vigorously. Carrying Jaya's body, he ran home as quickly as he could. "Hang on!"cried Ali, as he ran rapidly and weeping deeply, but Ali knew...
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, had always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both had a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things had not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya had made many good friends in school and in their neighbourhood. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its independence. The government, which was controlled by the Sinhalese, announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefathers were born here would be allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell to some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family disappear into sight.
Ali then strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stay with Buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared at by the Sinhalese and were bullied by children older than them.
Bunch of Sinhalese children would surround around Ali and Jaya. They would throw rocks at them and call them names. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you think that you Sinhalese are very smart?" said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quickly as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed; Ali and Jaya had scored well in their results and was able to go to a university. Unfortunately that year, the government introduced new university admission criterias. The Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based solely on academic results.
Therefore, the number of vacancies in university had been taken up. Ali and Jaya were extremely upset. While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation between two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, I am sorry to interrupted, but I overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who fight against the unreasonable Sinhalese," explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Much unhappiness was caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being biased towards the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assassinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodies were piled on the streets.
Ali's mother was unaware that both Ali and Jaya were involved in the LTTE. Ali and Jaya knew that once they joined the LTTE, it meant a dangerous adventure for them.
"Brother, I want you to remember. No matter what, please, safety comes first. If the Sinhalese are dashing forward with a knife, run as fast as you can, understand? explained Ali. Both of them, together with the rest of the LTTE members, were going to oppose the Sinhalese government now.
"Brother, I will," replied Jaya, nodding his head approvingly.
Soon, blood was oozing out of the Sinhalese and Tamils as the riot started. The government would not grant the Tamils a separate independent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka. Just then, a Sinhalese, holding a knife on his hand, rushed towards Ali. Ali could hardly notice as the place was very chaotic. Jaya saw the Sinhalese, he ran as fast as he could towards Ali, but it was too late.
"Brother! Open your eyes! Please, I beg you!" pleaded Ali anxiously, shaking Jaya vigorously. Carrying Jaya's body, he ran home as quickly as he could. "Hang on!"cried Ali, as he ran rapidly and weeping deeply, but Ali knew...
Tuesday, July 28, 2009
Draft Five.
" If only the government granted what we wanted, these won't happen, " said Ali, as tears streamed down his face upon looking at his brother's grave, together with his mother.
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, have always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both have a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things have not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya have made many good friends in school and their house area. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its independence. The government, which is a Sinhalese, announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefathers are born here are allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell of some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family disappear into sight.
Ali then strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stay with Buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared by the Sinhalese and were bullied by children slightly older than them.
A bunch of Sinhalese children surrounded around Ali and Jaya and threw rocks at them. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you thought that you Sinhalese are very smart," said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quick as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed; Ali and Jaya had scored flying colours results and was able to go university. Unfortunately, on that year, the government introduced new university admission criteria. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based solely on the academic results.
Therefore, the amount of space in university had been taken up. Ali and Jaya were extremely upset. While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation by two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and something regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, I am sorry to interrupted, but I overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who fights the unreasonable Sinhalese, “explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Much unhappiness was caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being biased on the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assassinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodies were also lying on the streets.
Ali's mother was unaware that both Ali and Jaya were involved in the LTTE. Ali and Jaya knew that once they joined the LTTE, it meant a dangerous adventure for them.
"Brother, I want you to remember. No matter what, please, safety comes first. If Sinhalese is dashing forward with a knife, run as fast as you can, understand? explained Ali. Both of them, together with the rest of the LTTE members, are going to oppose the Sinhalese government now.
"Brother, I will," replied Jaya, nodding his head approvingly.
Soon, bloods were oozing out of the Sinhalese and Tamils as the riot starts. The government would not grant the Tamils of a separate independent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka. Just then, a Sinhalese, holding a knife on his hand, rushed towards Ali. Ali can hardly notice as the place was very chaos. Jaya saw the Sinhalese, he ran as fast as he could towards Ali.
"Brother! Open your eyes! Please, I beg you!" pleaded Ali anxiously, shaking Jaya vigorously. Carrying Jaya's body, he ran home as quickly as he could. "Hang on!"cried Ali, as he ran rapidly and weeping deeply, but Ali knew...
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Draft Four,
" If only the government granted what we wanted, these won't happen, " said Ali, as tears streamed down his face upon looking at his brother's grave, together with his mother.
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, have always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both have a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things have not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya have made many good friends in school and their house area. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its independence. The government, which is a Sinhalese, announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefathers are born here are allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell of some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family are nowhere to be seen with their luggages now.
Ali then strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stay with Buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared by the Sinhalese and were bullied by children slightly older than them.
A bunch of Sinhalese children surrounded around Ali and Jaya and threw rocks at them. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you thought that you Sinhalese are very smart," said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quick as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed; Ali and Jaya had scored flying colours results and was able to go university. Unfortunately, on that year, the government introduced new university admission criteria. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based solely on the academic results.
Therefore, Ali and Jaya were extremely upset. While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation by two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and something regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, I am sorry to interrupted, but I overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who are fights the unreasonable Sinhalese, “explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Much unhappiness was caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being biased on the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assassinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodies were also lying on the streets.
Ali's mother was unaware that both Ali and Jaya were involved in the LTTE. Ali and Jaya knew that once they joined the LTTE, it meant a dangerous adventure for them.
"Brother, I want you to remember. No matter what, please, safety comes first. If Sinhalese is dashing forward with a knife, run as fast as you can, understand? explained Ali. Both of them, together with the rest of the LTTE members, are going to oppose the Sinhalese government now.
"Brother, I will, “replied Jaya, nodding his head approvingly.
Soon, bloods were oozing out of the Sinhalese and Tamils as the riot starts. The government would not grant the Tamils of a separate independent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka. Just then, a Sinhalese, holding a knife on his hand, rushed towards Ali. Ali can hardly notice as the place was very chaos. Jaya saw the Sinhalese, he ran as fast as he could towards Ali.
"Brother! Open your eyes! Please, I beg you!" pleaded Ali anxiously, shaking Jaya vigorously. Carrying Jaya's body, he ran home as quickly as he could. "Hang on!"cried Ali, as he ran rapidly and weeping deeply, but Ali knew...
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, have always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both have a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things have not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya have made many good friends in school and their house area. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its independence. The government, which is a Sinhalese, announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefathers are born here are allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell of some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family are nowhere to be seen with their luggages now.
Ali then strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stay with Buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared by the Sinhalese and were bullied by children slightly older than them.
A bunch of Sinhalese children surrounded around Ali and Jaya and threw rocks at them. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you thought that you Sinhalese are very smart," said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quick as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed; Ali and Jaya had scored flying colours results and was able to go university. Unfortunately, on that year, the government introduced new university admission criteria. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based solely on the academic results.
Therefore, Ali and Jaya were extremely upset. While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation by two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and something regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, I am sorry to interrupted, but I overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who are fights the unreasonable Sinhalese, “explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Much unhappiness was caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being biased on the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assassinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodies were also lying on the streets.
Ali's mother was unaware that both Ali and Jaya were involved in the LTTE. Ali and Jaya knew that once they joined the LTTE, it meant a dangerous adventure for them.
"Brother, I want you to remember. No matter what, please, safety comes first. If Sinhalese is dashing forward with a knife, run as fast as you can, understand? explained Ali. Both of them, together with the rest of the LTTE members, are going to oppose the Sinhalese government now.
"Brother, I will, “replied Jaya, nodding his head approvingly.
Soon, bloods were oozing out of the Sinhalese and Tamils as the riot starts. The government would not grant the Tamils of a separate independent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka. Just then, a Sinhalese, holding a knife on his hand, rushed towards Ali. Ali can hardly notice as the place was very chaos. Jaya saw the Sinhalese, he ran as fast as he could towards Ali.
"Brother! Open your eyes! Please, I beg you!" pleaded Ali anxiously, shaking Jaya vigorously. Carrying Jaya's body, he ran home as quickly as he could. "Hang on!"cried Ali, as he ran rapidly and weeping deeply, but Ali knew...
Draft Three
" If only the government granted what we wanted, life would be easier, these won't happen" sobbed Ali, while tears poured down his face upon looking at his brother's grave, together with his mother.
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, has always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both have a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things has not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya have made many good friends in school and their house area. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its indepedence. The government, which is a Sinhalese announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefather are born here are allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell of some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family iare nowhere to be seen with their luggages now.
Ali strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stayed with buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared by the Sinhalese and was bullied by children slightly older than them.
A bunch of Sinhalese children surrounded around Ali and Jaya and threw rocks at them. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you thought that you Sinhalese are very smart," said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quick as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed, Ali and Jaya had scored flying colours results and was able to go university. Unfortunately, on that year, the government introduced new university admission citertia. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based soely on the academic results. Therefore, Ali and Jaya were extremely upset.
While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation by two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and something regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, i am sorry to interrupted, but i overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who are fights the unreasonable Sinhalese,"explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Many unhappiness had caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being baised on the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assasinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodys were also lying on the streets.
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, has always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both have a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things has not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Ali and Jaya have made many good friends in school and their house area. They often play wildly together, creating a strong bond between themselves. However, things changed after Sri Lanka got its indepedence. The government, which is a Sinhalese announced that only those who are born in Sri Lanka or whose forefather are born here are allowed to live in Sri Lanka. Many felt a pang of panick as they did not know what to do. Ali and Jaya also had to bid farewell of some of their close friends.
"I will never forget you, Salim!" shrieked Ali gaudily as Salim and his family iare nowhere to be seen with their luggages now.
Ali strolled back into his house gloomily, knowing he would not be able to see Salim again. Ali was devasted for days, and what was more depressing was that they even had to stayed with buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese. They were often stared by the Sinhalese and was bullied by children slightly older than them.
A bunch of Sinhalese children surrounded around Ali and Jaya and threw rocks at them. One of the Sinhalese mocked at Ali and Jaya, "Tamils are brainless, so are you."
"Then you thought that you Sinhalese are very smart," said Ali in a sarcastic tone, and as quick as possible, Ali took Jaya hands and ran off.
Five years had passed, Ali and Jaya had scored flying colours results and was able to go university. Unfortunately, on that year, the government introduced new university admission citertia. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based soely on the academic results. Therefore, Ali and Jaya were extremely upset.
While walking home that very fine day, they overheard a conversation by two Tamils, talking about Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE), and something regarding violence against the Sinhalese.
"Excuse me, i am sorry to interrupted, but i overheard your conversation. What's Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE)?" asked Ali, his eyes opened widely, together with Jaya who was also interested in their conversation.
"They are groups of people who are fights the unreasonable Sinhalese,"explained one of the Tamil.
"Can we join too?" asked Ali and Jaya excitedly, and they both blinked their wide eyes at the Tamils.
Many unhappiness had caused between the Sinhalese and Tamil. The Tamils felt that the government was being baised on the Sinhalese. Eventually, Ali and Jaya joined the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam(LTTE). They resorted to violence, killing the Sinhalese vigorously. Daily, there were cases reported on the news that more and more Sinhalese had been assasinated by the LTTE. Blood were all over the street and dead bodys were also lying on the streets.
Draft Two,
" If only the government granted what we wanted, life would be easier, " sobbed Ali, while tears poured down his face upon looking at his brother's grave, together with his mother.
Ali's brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamils which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living together with his family for many years in Sri Lanka. Ali and his brother, Jaya, has always been hardworking when it comes to schoolwork and their grades had never let their mother down. Ali and Jaya both have a goal. Their goal was to continue their studies in university and get a good career. However, things has not gone well for the both of them, as well as the other Tamils living in Sri Lanka.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Draft One,
" If only the government granted what we wanted, life would be easier, " said Ali, while looking at his brother's grave, together with his mother, who is sobbing continuously.
Ali's two brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamil which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living in Sri Lanka for many years together with his family in the Northern part of Sri Lanka. Previously during the British colonial rule, Ali and his family were leading better lifes then. It was easier to find jobs and school was easier to get in. Ali and his two brothers had worked hard in school, as they wished to get in the university to further their studies. However, there is a twist in their life after Sri Lanka got its independent. The new government was made up of Sinhalese which then favours the Sinhalese more than other enthnic groups.
Ali has many good friends since young. They often play with each other, study together and have been close for many years. There has been a bond between them. However, Ali had to part with some of his friends one day as the government passed the Ceylon Citizenship Act of 1948, which this act granted citizenship only to those who were either born in Sri Lanka or those whose forefathers were born there. Ali was upset as he could not help his friends. Many Tamils in his neighbourhood felt a pang of panick as they found themselves stateless.
" Don't worry Ali, i will remember the memories we have and i'll never forget you. Help me send my regards to your mother too. I am gald to have you as a friend, " said Ali's friend, Kumar, who is almost tearing when he bid farewell to Ali.
"I will never forget the friendship between us, i will never forget the times when we are together playing since young. " cried Ali, who could no longer hold back his tears.
Ali was devasted for days, and what made his life worse is that the government helped the Sinhalese by resettling of poor Sinhalese peasants. Sinhalese peasants were transferred form the densely populated southwesten and central areas to Tamil areas, which Ali and his fellow friends had to stayed not only with Sinhalese, but also buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese.
"Why the government has to be so unfair, " complained Ali to his mother.
"Stop complaining, life will not be better this way too," replied Ali's mother.
Ali and his brothers feels uneasy around the Sinhalese as whenever they are playing, they were often stared by the Sinhalese and bullied by them occasionally as most of the Sinhalese are staying around their area. Ali and his brothers were helpless and could not do anything then. During the year 1956, Ali and his brothers grew older too. Though they are still studying, they tried to find a job to help out in household expenses which their ageing mother is coping alone. But, during the year 1956, Sinhala was declared as the country's official language under the Official Language Act. Tamils in the government service were given three years to learn Sinhala or be dismissed.
"How are we able to learn Sinhala in 3years?" said Ali to his brothers.
"We will not be able to find a job anymore, how could we help mother?" said his brother, sighing away.
Ali and his brothers were helpless, they could not do anything at all, but to study hard and hopefully to get jobs once they finish their university. They then study really hard, and they really scored well enough to get into university. However, the government introduced new university admission citertia. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based soely on the academic results. Hence, Ali and his brothers were upset upon hearing the news.
Ali told his brothers, " there is nothing we can do now, we could only go out and find job and give up the idea on getting into the university. " His brothers nod their head to agree with Ali.
Days goes by, time has not been better. Ali and his fellow Tamils friends felt that they have been discriminated by the Sinhalese and the government and decide to approach the government for better change. Then, in the early 1950s, one of the Tamil political parties approached the government that the Tamil areas be recognised as a federation within the country. But in 1976, when their demands were still not met, a new political party called the Tamil United Liberation Front emerged, Ali and his brothers were involved too.
They then asked for a separate indepedent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka, and wanted it to be called Tamil Eelam as they believed that only separation from Sri Lanka would ensure their rights. However, their idea were rejected. Ali, together with other Tamils were very dissatisfied and angry. Ali and the Tamil United Liberation Front had been resorted to violence towards the Sinhalese, and as a result, it caused many innocent death. Worse of all, Ali's two brother were killed by the Sinhalese too. Since then, Ali had deep hatred towards the Sinhalese too.
Ali's two brother died during the riot between the Sinhalese and Tamil which has been going on for years. Ali is a Tamil, living in Sri Lanka for many years together with his family in the Northern part of Sri Lanka. Previously during the British colonial rule, Ali and his family were leading better lifes then. It was easier to find jobs and school was easier to get in. Ali and his two brothers had worked hard in school, as they wished to get in the university to further their studies. However, there is a twist in their life after Sri Lanka got its independent. The new government was made up of Sinhalese which then favours the Sinhalese more than other enthnic groups.
Ali has many good friends since young. They often play with each other, study together and have been close for many years. There has been a bond between them. However, Ali had to part with some of his friends one day as the government passed the Ceylon Citizenship Act of 1948, which this act granted citizenship only to those who were either born in Sri Lanka or those whose forefathers were born there. Ali was upset as he could not help his friends. Many Tamils in his neighbourhood felt a pang of panick as they found themselves stateless.
" Don't worry Ali, i will remember the memories we have and i'll never forget you. Help me send my regards to your mother too. I am gald to have you as a friend, " said Ali's friend, Kumar, who is almost tearing when he bid farewell to Ali.
"I will never forget the friendship between us, i will never forget the times when we are together playing since young. " cried Ali, who could no longer hold back his tears.
Ali was devasted for days, and what made his life worse is that the government helped the Sinhalese by resettling of poor Sinhalese peasants. Sinhalese peasants were transferred form the densely populated southwesten and central areas to Tamil areas, which Ali and his fellow friends had to stayed not only with Sinhalese, but also buddhist monks and the Sri Lanka Army which comprised mostly Sinhalese.
"Why the government has to be so unfair, " complained Ali to his mother.
"Stop complaining, life will not be better this way too," replied Ali's mother.
Ali and his brothers feels uneasy around the Sinhalese as whenever they are playing, they were often stared by the Sinhalese and bullied by them occasionally as most of the Sinhalese are staying around their area. Ali and his brothers were helpless and could not do anything then. During the year 1956, Ali and his brothers grew older too. Though they are still studying, they tried to find a job to help out in household expenses which their ageing mother is coping alone. But, during the year 1956, Sinhala was declared as the country's official language under the Official Language Act. Tamils in the government service were given three years to learn Sinhala or be dismissed.
"How are we able to learn Sinhala in 3years?" said Ali to his brothers.
"We will not be able to find a job anymore, how could we help mother?" said his brother, sighing away.
Ali and his brothers were helpless, they could not do anything at all, but to study hard and hopefully to get jobs once they finish their university. They then study really hard, and they really scored well enough to get into university. However, the government introduced new university admission citertia. Tamil students had to score higher marks than the Sinhalese students to enter the same courses in the universities. A fixed number of places in the university were also reserved for the Sinhalese, admission was no longer based soely on the academic results. Hence, Ali and his brothers were upset upon hearing the news.
Ali told his brothers, " there is nothing we can do now, we could only go out and find job and give up the idea on getting into the university. " His brothers nod their head to agree with Ali.
Days goes by, time has not been better. Ali and his fellow Tamils friends felt that they have been discriminated by the Sinhalese and the government and decide to approach the government for better change. Then, in the early 1950s, one of the Tamil political parties approached the government that the Tamil areas be recognised as a federation within the country. But in 1976, when their demands were still not met, a new political party called the Tamil United Liberation Front emerged, Ali and his brothers were involved too.
They then asked for a separate indepedent state in the north and east of Sri Lanka, and wanted it to be called Tamil Eelam as they believed that only separation from Sri Lanka would ensure their rights. However, their idea were rejected. Ali, together with other Tamils were very dissatisfied and angry. Ali and the Tamil United Liberation Front had been resorted to violence towards the Sinhalese, and as a result, it caused many innocent death. Worse of all, Ali's two brother were killed by the Sinhalese too. Since then, Ali had deep hatred towards the Sinhalese too.
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