PSHCE - Malaysian History

Which territories did the Sultanate of Malacca cover at the height of its glory?

• Only the West Coast of Peninsular Malaysia

• Only Sumatra

• Most of the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia and Sumatra

• Only the northern part of Malaysia

How did Malacca's location influence its role in the spice trade?

• It allowed Malacca to emerge as a major trading centre for spice trade, especially in Southeast Asia.

• It made Malacca a center for textile manufacturing.

• It isolated Malacca from other trading routes.

• It limited Malacca's access to the sea.

What activity is depicted in the image related to Malacca?

• Malacca as a trading center

• Malacca as a fishing village

• Malacca as a religious site

• Malacca as a military base

Based on the image, what can you infer about the types of goods traded in Malacca?

• Pottery and agricultural products

• Electronics and machinery

• Automobiles and airplanes

• Books and manuscripts

Who was considered the center of administration in Malacca?

• The Sultan (King)

• The Prime Minister

• The Chief Merchant

• The Military General

In which year did Malacca fall into the hands of the Portuguese, marking the beginning of the colonial era in Malaya?

• 1641

• 1824

• 1511

• 1500

Through which treaty did the British gain control of Malaya in 1824?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Anglo-Dutch Treaty

• Treaty of Tordesillas

• Treaty of Paris

Which colonial power had the longest period of colonization in Malaya?

• Portuguese

• Dutch

• British

• Spanish

The Anglo-Dutch Treaty of 1824 changed the political landscape of South East Asia by:

• It divided the region into British and Dutch spheres of influence, leading to British control of Singapore and Dutch control of Indonesia.

• It unified South East Asia under a single government.

• It led to the independence of all South East Asian countries.

• It resulted in the colonization of South East Asia by the French.

What is a punkah as described in the text?

• A kind of large swinging fan attached to the ceiling operated by pulling a cord.

• A traditional British hat worn by servants.

• A type of chair used for carrying people.

• A musical instrument played during ceremonies.