Indonesian History: European Colonization and National Movement

The video explores the history of Nusantara as a spice producer, attracting European powers like the Portuguese, Spanish, and Dutch. It details the colonial impact, resistance movements led by figures like Diponegoro and Tuanku Imam Bonjol, and the rise of nationalism. The narrative culminates in the Japanese occupation and the eventual proclamation of Indonesian independence by Soekarno and Hatta on August 17, 1945. The video emphasizes the importance of unity and learning from past struggles.

Which European nation first arrived in the Indonesian archipelago for trade?

• British

• Dutch

• Portuguese

• Spanish

What were the three main motives of the Spanish in Indonesia?

• Gold, Glory, Gospel

• Trade, Territory, Technology

• Spices, Silk, Silver

• Power, Peace, Prosperity

What was the name of the Dutch trading company established in Indonesia?

• VOC

• EIC

• DTC

• SIC

Who led the resistance movement in Java against the Dutch?

• Tuanku Imam Bonjol

• Pangeran Diponegoro

• Sultan Agung

• Raden Wijaya

What strategy did Pangeran Diponegoro use in his resistance against the Dutch?

• Diplomatic Negotiations

• Economic Sanctions

• Guerrilla Tactics

• Naval Warfare

Which event marked the rise of Indonesian nationalism in 1928?

• Independence Day

• Youth Pledge

• National Congress

• Cultural Revolution

What year did the Japanese occupation of Indonesia begin?

• 1940

• 1941

• 1942

• 1943

What was the purpose of BPUPKI formed by the Japanese?

• To organize trade

• To draft a constitution

• To promote education

• To establish a military

Who were the key figures in proclaiming Indonesia's independence?

• Kartini and Dewi Sartika

• Suharto and Nasution

• Diponegoro and Bonjol

• Sukarno and Hatta

What event led to the Japanese surrender in World War II?

• D-Day Invasion

• Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

• Battle of Iwo Jima

• Battle of Midway