Total Defence/ Cross Country

On February the 13th was my school’s annual cross country cum total defence celebration. This year, it was held at Nanyang Polytechnic. We first celebrated total defence. The National Cadet Corps (NCC) showed how to self-defend by showing some stunts. It was very interesting and nice to watch. Next, the National Police Cadet Corps (NPCC) showed us how to make a stretcher with just your own clothes. After that, the Red Cross showed us how to make a stretcher with two poles. It also showed us how to treat a cut. Then there was a short quiz on total defence. After that, it was time for our cross country.

We boys had to run 3.6km while the girls had to run 2.4km. We had to run two rounds around the school and one round in the stadium. It was very hard. But I managed to pull through and I finished it. I was very happy and proud of myself as I had thought that I could not finish it. After everyone had finished, there was a prize presentation. Two of my classmates had won a medal. My other classmates and I were very proud of them. After that, it was time to go home. I had really enjoyed myself and look forward to next year’s cross country cum total defence celebration.
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