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The Quest for Pearls in Indonesia

Authored by Varia Sari

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11th Grade

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The Quest for Pearls in Indonesia
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the historical significance of pearl hunting in Indonesia?

Pearl hunting was primarily a religious ritual with no economic impact.

Pearl hunting contributed to the economy, trade, and cultural practices in Indonesia.

Pearl hunting was banned due to environmental concerns in the 18th century.

Pearl hunting led to the decline of other fishing industries in Indonesia.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did pearl hunting impact the local economy during the colonial period?

Pearl hunting stimulated economic growth by creating jobs and increasing trade.

Pearl hunting caused widespread unemployment in the region.

Pearl hunting had no effect on the local economy.

Pearl hunting led to a decline in local agriculture.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which European powers were involved in the competition for hegemony over pearl resources?

Portugal, Italy, Netherlands

Russia, Greece, Norway

Spain, France, Britain

Germany, Austria, Sweden

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did local sultans play in the pearl hunting industry?

Local sultans provided financial support to foreign pearl traders.

Local sultans regulated the pearl hunting industry, granted licenses, and collected taxes.

Local sultans organized pearl diving expeditions for profit.

Local sultans banned all pearl hunting activities.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the demand for pearls influence trade routes in Southeast Asia?

The demand for pearls decreased maritime trade in the region.

The demand for pearls had no impact on trade routes in Southeast Asia.

The demand for pearls influenced trade routes by promoting maritime trade and connecting pearl-producing regions with broader markets.

Pearls were primarily traded overland, not by sea.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the environmental impacts of pearl hunting on marine ecosystems?

Pearl hunting enhances marine biodiversity by creating new habitats.

Pearl hunting has no impact on marine ecosystems whatsoever.

Pearl hunting negatively impacts marine ecosystems by causing habitat destruction, reducing biodiversity, and disrupting the food web.

Pearl hunting improves the food web by increasing fish populations.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the arrival of European traders change the dynamics of pearl hunting?

European traders reduced the demand for pearls.

European traders exclusively focused on gold and silver.

European traders intensified competition and commercialization in pearl hunting.

European traders had no impact on pearl hunting.

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