The Rise of Temasek

What was the most popular way to trade between countries in the 14th century?

• Overland trade

• Maritime trade

• Aerial trade

• Outer space trade

Why did people in the 14th century prefer to travel and trade by sea? Choose the incorrect answer.

• It was faster

• There were no pirates at sea at all.

• It was safer

• Shipbuilding technology has improved.

Why were ports like Temasek important? (choose 2)

• They were strategically located along the main China-America maritime trade route

• They were strategically located along the main China-India maritime trade route

• They served as collection centres for goods produced in SEA, China and India

• They served as holiday spots for traders

Which of the following are reasons for the rise of Temasek in the 14th century? (choose 3)

• Rise of the Kingdom of Srivijaya

• Fall of the Kingdom of Srivijaya

• Role of Temasek as an Entrepot

• Role of Sang Utama and the Orang Laut

When the Kingdom of Srivijaya fell, many traders turned to Temasek for trade. These traders switched from using the __________________________________

• Straits of Melaka to the Sunda Straits

• Sunda Straits to the Straits of Melaka

• Sunda Straits to the Straits of Singapore

• Straits of Melaka to the Straits of Singapore

What is an entrepot?

• A regional centre for the collection and distribution of goods

• An inland area that supplies goods to a port

• A stopover rest stop for traders

Which monsoon winds brought traders from India and countries west of the Indian Ocean to Temasek?

• the southwest monsoon

• the northeast monsoon

• the northwest monsoon

• the southeast monsoon

What was the role of Sang Utama important in the rise of Temasek as a port?

• He commanded the Orang Laut

• He was a prince from Palembang

• He was attacked by the Chola Kingdom

What role did the Orang Laut play in the rise of Temasek? (choose 3)

• They knew how to gather products from the seas and forests for trade

• They were feared for their pirate activities

• They were known for their fighting skills

• They were known for their boating skills

Which of the following are specialty goods made in Temasek and sold to traders? (Choose 2)

• Tin

• SIlk

• Lakawoord

• Saffron