History Quiz of Semarang

In which century was Semarang known as an important port during the Mataram Kuno era?

• 6th century

• 7th century

• 8th century

• 9th century

What is the name of the ancient port of Semarang located at the foot of Bukit Bergota?

• Tanjung Mas

• Pragota/Bergota

• Simongan

• Tirang

Who is believed to have spread Islam in Pulau Tirang in 1476 AD?

• Sunan Kalijaga

• Ki Ageng Pandanaran

• Ki Pandan Arang

• Sunan Kudus

What is the origin of the name 'Semarang' according to local history?

• From the mango tree that grows sparsely

• From the tamarind tree that grows sparsely

• From the name of the port

• From the name of the kingdom

What tree is the origin of the name Semarang?

• Banyan tree

• Mango tree

• Tamarind tree

• Teak tree

What was the benefit of the tamarind tree for the people of Semarang in ancient times?

• Only as medicine

• Only as food

• Fruits, leaves, and its trunk were used as food, medicine, and household needs

• Only as firewood

Which two streets in Semarang were once heavily planted with tamarind trees?

• Jl. Pemuda and Jl. MT. Haryono

• Jl. Sudirman and Jl. Siliwangi

• Jl. Diponegoro and Jl. Ahmad Yani

• Jl. Gajahmada and Jl. Pahlawan

Which European nation was the first to arrive in Semarang?

• Dutch

• English

• Portuguese

• Spanish

In which century did the Dutch begin to settle in Semarang?

• 16th century

• Early 17th century

• 18th century

• 19th century

Who was the Mataram king that requested VOC's assistance to suppress the rebellion of Prince Trunojoyo?

• Amangkurat I

• Amangkurat II

• Sultan Agung

• Pakubuwono II