- 1. Timor-Leste, also known as East Timor, is a sovereign state in Southeast Asia. It is located on the eastern part of the island of Timor, and is one of the youngest countries in the world, having gained independence in 2002. Timor-Leste has a complex history, marked by colonial rule, resistance movements, and struggles for independence. The country was colonized by Portugal in the 16th century, and later occupied by Indonesia in 1975. This sparked a long and bloody conflict that lasted until 1999, when Timor-Leste voted for independence in a UN-sponsored referendum. Since then, the country has been working to rebuild and develop, facing challenges such as poverty, political instability, and social unrest. Despite these challenges, Timor-Leste has made significant progress in recent years and is striving to build a more peaceful and prosperous future for its people.
When did Timor-Leste gain independence?
A) 2002
B) 1999
C) 2012
D) 1975
- 2. Which country colonized Timor-Leste for over 400 years?
A) Portugal
B) Netherlands
C) Spain
D) France
- 3. Who invaded Timor-Leste in 1942 during World War II?
A) United States
B) Germany
C) Italy
D) Japan
- 4. Which political party led the fight for independence in Timor-Leste?
A) PD
B) Fretilin
C) CNRT
D) SDP
- 5. What is the capital city of Timor-Leste?
A) Same
B) Baucau
C) Suai
D) Dili
- 6. Who was the first President of Timor-Leste?
A) Taur Matan Ruak
B) Xanana Gusmão
C) Jose Ramos-Horta
D) Francisco Guterres
- 7. Which neighboring country is closest to Timor-Leste?
A) Australia
B) Solomon Islands
C) Indonesia
D) Papua New Guinea
- 8. What is the traditional Timorese woven cloth called?
A) Sarong
B) Ikat
C) Tais
D) Batik
- 9. What was the name of the armed resistance movement against Indonesian occupation in Timor-Leste?
A) UNAMET
B) FALINTIL-Forças Defesa Timor-Leste
C) CNRT
D) Falintil
- 10. What religion has the largest following in Timor-Leste?
A) Islam
B) Buddhism
C) Roman Catholicism
D) Protestantism
- 11. Which ocean borders Timor-Leste to the south?
A) Pacific Ocean
B) Indian Ocean
C) Timor Sea
D) Coral Sea
- 12. What is the meaning of 'Timor-Leste'?
A) Land of the Rising Sun
B) East Timor
C) Beautiful Sunrise
D) Island of the East
- 13. Which year did the United Nations hold a referendum on independence for Timor-Leste?
A) 1999
B) 1998
C) 2000
D) 2001
- 14. Who won the Nobel Peace Prize for efforts toward a just and peaceful solution to the conflict in Timor-Leste?
A) Xanana Gusmão
B) José Ramos-Horta
C) Bishop Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo
D) D. Ricardo V. da Silva
- 15. Which country provided significant support for Timor-Leste's independence movement?
A) Australia
B) United States
C) China
D) Japan
- 16. What was the name of the UN mission that administered Timor-Leste from 1999 to 2002?
A) UNTAET
B) UNOTIL
C) UNMIT
D) UNMISET
- 17. Which Timorese resistance fighter became the first Prime Minister of Timor-Leste?
A) Xanana Gusmão
B) Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão
C) José Ramos-Horta
D) Mari Alkatiri
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