Portuguese Influence in Indonesia

The video explores the Portuguese colonization of Indonesia from 1509 to 1526, highlighting the motivations behind their expeditions, such as adventure, spreading religion, and trade disruptions. Key explorers like Columbus, Vasco da Gama, and Bartolomeu Setias are discussed, along with their significant journeys and discoveries. The video also covers Alfonso de Albuquerque's conquest of Malacca and the cultural and religious influences of the Portuguese in Indonesia. It concludes with an analysis of Portuguese policies and their impacts on Indonesian society, including trade monopolies and cultural integration.

What was one of the main reasons for the Portuguese to explore new territories?

• To spread their religion

• To learn new languages

• To find new allies

• To escape from their country

Who was appointed by King John II to lead an expedition around the southern tip of Africa?

• Vasco da Gama

• Alfonso de Albuquerque

• Christopher Columbus

• Bartolomeu Setias

What significant geographical location did Bartolomeu Setias discover?

• Panama Canal

• Strait of Malacca

• Cape of Good Hope

• Suez Canal

Which explorer was tasked with following Bartolomeu Setias's route to India?

• Alfonso de Albuquerque

• Christopher Columbus

• Vasco da Gama

• Ferdinand Magellan

Where did Vasco da Gama establish a trade post during his expedition?

• Lisbon

• Calcutta

• Malacca

• Cape Town

What was Alfonso de Albuquerque's main achievement in the East?

• Finding a route to China

• Establishing a colony in Australia

• Conquering Malacca

• Discovering the Americas

Which region in Indonesia saw a significant spread of Catholicism due to Portuguese influence?

• Maluku

• Bali

• Sumatra

• Java

What type of music was influenced by the Portuguese in Indonesia?

• Gamelan

• Dangdut

• Keroncong

• Pop

What was one negative impact of Portuguese colonization in Indonesia?

• Improved trade systems

• Introduction of new crops

• Increased wealth for locals

• Disruption of local trade

How did the Portuguese language influence the local dialects in Maluku?

• It was banned by locals

• It replaced the local language

• It had no influence

• It enriched the vocabulary