An overview of Singapore's history and culture is discussed in this learning guide. A study of the history of Singapore, including Temasek to Singapore, the Raffles Years, and the Straits Settlements, is given. Information about the transition of Singapore as a British Colony to the modern independent state of today, and the effects of World War II also is presented. Each chapter provides an overview, learning objectives, a timeline of important events, multiple choice questions, fill in the blanks, true or false statements, geography exercises, creative writing problems, questions for class discussion, and suggestions for further research. Chapters include: (1) "Early History of Singapore"; (2) "The Colonial Era"; and (3) "Independence." The book contains answer keys to chapter exercises and a 21-item bibliography. (BT)