SARAWAK GOES TO THE POLLS

Kuching, the capital of Sarawak, is a small city in a region about the size of England but with a much smaller population. Sarawak recently held elections to choose a government that will lead it to independence as part of the Federation of Malaysia. The population is mainly Dayaks, with Malays and Chinese minorities. Sarawak is a challenging area for democracy due to its equatorial jungle and swampy terrain. It has been under British protection since 1888 and became a colony in 1946. The majority of its people support joining Malaysia, as evidenced by the election results.

What is the capital of Sarawak?

• Bangkok

• Jakarta

• Kuala Lumpur

• Kuching

Which ethnic group forms the majority in Sarawak?

• Dayaks

• Indians

• Chinese

• Malays

What type of terrain is Sarawak known for?

• Equatorial jungle and swamp

• Plains

• Deserts

• Mountains

Since when has Sarawak been under British protection?

• 1963

• 1888

• 1901

• 1946

What was the outcome of the recent elections in Sarawak?

• Anti-Malaysia supporters won

• No elections were held

• Pro-Malaysia supporters won

• Elections were inconclusive