Exploring Indonesia in 1540

What was the capital of the Majapahit Empire?

• Trowulan

• Java

• Bali

• Majapahit City

Name one major trade route that passed through Indonesia.

• Trans-Saharan Trade Route

• Incense Route

• Amber Road

• Maritime Silk Road

Which European country first established a colony in Indonesia?

• Portugal

• Britain

• Netherlands

• Spain

What was the primary religion practiced in the Majapahit Empire?

• Buddhism

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

How did the Majapahit Empire influence trade in Southeast Asia?

• The Majapahit Empire was primarily land-based and had no influence on maritime trade.

• The Majapahit Empire influenced trade by establishing a vast trade network and controlling key maritime routes in Southeast Asia.

• The Majapahit Empire discouraged foreign trade to protect local markets.

• The Majapahit Empire focused solely on agriculture and did not engage in trade.

What were the main exports of Indonesia during the 1540s?

• Rice, sugar, and textiles

• Silk, spices, and gold

• Cloves, nutmeg, and mace

• Fish, rubber, and coffee

Which two cultures significantly influenced Indonesian art and architecture?

• Indian and Chinese cultures

• African and Middle Eastern cultures

• Japanese and Korean cultures

• European and American cultures

What agricultural product was most important to the economy of the Majapahit Empire?

• Barley

• Corn

• Rice

• Wheat

How did the arrival of Europeans change trade in Indonesia?

• European arrival led to a decline in spice trade in Indonesia.

• Trade in Indonesia remained focused on textiles and agriculture after European arrival.

• The arrival of Europeans transformed trade in Indonesia by introducing new commodities, establishing colonial monopolies, and shifting focus to spice trade.

• The arrival of Europeans had no impact on trade in Indonesia.

What role did the spice trade play in Indonesia's economy?

• The spice trade led to a decline in foreign investment in Indonesia.

• The spice trade primarily benefited only local farmers.

• The spice trade had no impact on Indonesia's economy.

• The spice trade significantly boosted Indonesia's economy by establishing it as a vital trade hub, attracting foreign investment, and generating wealth through high demand for spices.