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Which language has been used as a lingua franca in the Indonesian archipelago for centuries?
Which language has been used as a lingua franca in the Indonesian archipelago for centuries?
- English
- Javanese
- Malay (correct)
- Indonesian
What is the population of Indonesia?
What is the population of Indonesia?
- Majority speak Indonesian
- Fourth most populous nation
- Over 270 million (correct)
- Over 700 indigenous local languages
Which of the following languages has influenced the vocabulary of Indonesian?
Which of the following languages has influenced the vocabulary of Indonesian?
- Sundanese
- Dutch (correct)
- Javanese
- Arabic
What is the most widely spoken language in Indonesia?
What is the most widely spoken language in Indonesia?
Which languages are commonly used at home and within the local community in Indonesia?
Which languages are commonly used at home and within the local community in Indonesia?
Study Notes
Indonesian Language and Demographics
- Malay has been used as a lingua franca in the Indonesian archipelago for centuries.
- Indonesia has a population of approximately 273 million people.
- Indonesian vocabulary has been influenced by several languages, including Arabic, Dutch, and English.
- Indonesian is the most widely spoken language in Indonesia.
- At home and within the local community, people commonly use regional languages, such as Javanese, Sundanese, and Madurese, in addition to Indonesian.
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Test your knowledge of the Indonesian language with this quiz! Explore the history, vocabulary, and grammar of bahasa Indonesia while learning interesting facts about the fourth most populous nation in the world. Challenge yourself and see how well you know this widely spoken language!
