History of Indonesia: Grade 8

What was the capital of the Majapahit Kingdom?

• Trowulan

• Java

• Bali

• Majapahit City

Who was the founder of the Majapahit Kingdom?

• Raden Wijaya

• Gajah Mada

• Hayam Wuruk

• Majapahit Raja

What role did the Majapahit Kingdom play in Southeast Asia?

• The Majapahit Kingdom was primarily a landlocked empire.

• The Majapahit Kingdom was a major maritime empire that unified Southeast Asia through trade, culture, and political influence.

• The Majapahit Kingdom was a minor regional power with no significant impact on Southeast Asia.

• The Majapahit Kingdom focused solely on agriculture and had no maritime influence.

How did Islam spread in Indonesia during the 15th century?

• Islam became popular due to the influence of European colonialism.

• Islam spread through military conquest by foreign powers.

• Islam was introduced solely through missionary schools established by the Dutch.

• Islam spread in Indonesia through trade, conversion of local leaders, and the efforts of Sufi missionaries.

Name one of the earliest Islamic kingdoms in Indonesia.

• Sultanate of Ternate

• Sultanate of Malacca

• Sultanate of Samudra Pasai

• Sultanate of Banten

What was the impact of the arrival of European traders in Indonesia?

• Increased agricultural production

• Strengthened local governance

• Enhanced environmental conservation

• The arrival of European traders in Indonesia resulted in trade monopolies, economic shifts, cultural exchanges, and colonization.

Who was the first Dutch governor-general in Indonesia?

• Hendrikus de Graaf

• Cornelis de Houtman

• Pieter van der Werff

• Jan Pieterszoon Coen

What was the main reason for the Dutch colonization of Indonesia?

• To control the lucrative spice trade.

• To establish a military base in the region.

• To spread Christianity among the local population.

• To exploit natural resources like timber and minerals.

Describe the role of the Indonesian National Awakening in the fight against colonialism.

• The Indonesian National Awakening was pivotal in uniting Indonesians and fostering nationalism, leading to organized resistance against colonialism.

• It was primarily a religious movement against colonialism.

• It promoted Dutch culture among Indonesians.

• It led to the immediate independence of Indonesia.

Who was Soekarno and what was his contribution to Indonesian independence?

• Soekarno was a famous Indonesian artist.

• Soekarno was the last king of Indonesia.

• Soekarno was the first president of Indonesia and a key figure in its independence movement.

• Soekarno was a military general who led a coup.