Practice The Woodcutters Of Java (4.4.1) - Forest Society and Colonialism

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Question 1.
What community was skilled in forestry in Java?
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It's the name of a forest community in Java.
Question 2.
What valuable wood did the Kalangs harvest?
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This wood is often used for building ships.
3Question 3.
Who were the Kalangs?
- Woodcutters
- Farmers
- Fishers
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Think about their primary occupation related to forests.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Kalangs supported the Dutch forestry regulations without resistance.
- True
- False
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Consider their historical conflict with colonial authorities.
Question 5.
Critically evaluate the effectiveness of Dutch colonial forestry policies and their economic impact on the Kalangs and surrounding communities.
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Consider both sides — the colonial benefits and the local consequences.
Question 6.
Discuss the role of resistance in shaping forestry laws in Java, using the Kalangs’ experiences.
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Link specific resistance actions to changes in colonial practices.

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