Ceremony as Indonesia becomes independent, 1949

The transcript discusses the formation of the Republic of the United States of Indonesia, highlighting Sukarno's election as President and his inauguration. It covers Sukarno's collaboration with Japan and his 30-year struggle for independence. After years of conflict and negotiation, Indonesia was recognized as an independent nation, marking the decline of colonialism in Asia.

Who was elected as the President of the Republic of the United States of Indonesia?

• Megawati Sukarnoputri

• Mohammad Hatta

• Sukarno

• Suharto

Where was Sukarno sworn in as President?

• Bandung

• Surabaya

• Jogjakarta

• Jakarta

How long did Sukarno work towards the independence of Indonesia?

• 20 years

• 35 years

• 30 years

• 25 years

What marked the official recognition of Indonesia as an independent nation?

• A declaration by the United Nations

• Four years of fighting and negotiating

• A treaty with Japan

• A vote by the Indonesian Parliament

What was happening to colonialism in Asia during Indonesia's independence?

• It was being reformed

• It was declining

• It was stable

• It was expanding