Chapter 26: Southeast Asia  "Indonesia"

Introduction In this chapter you have read about the many countries of Southeast Asia. Indonesia is the largest archipelago in the world. It is also one of the world's most densely populated countries. Destination Title: CIA World Factbook Note: Clicking on the link above will launch a new browser window. Need help using your browser for this activity? Click here for tips. Directions Start at the CIA World Factbook home page. In the "Select a Country" drop-down menu, click on Indonesia. Study the map of Indonesia. Scroll down or to the side to see the entire map. Answer the following questions. 1. What is the capital of Indonesia? On which island is it located? 2. What body of water separates the islands of Java and Borneo? 3. What body of water separates the island of Sumatra from Thailand? 4. What is the western part of the island of New Guinea called? 5. Scroll down the page to read the information on Indonesia. Then create a fact sheet about Indonesia. Choose at least ten of what you consider the most important facts about this country to include on your fact sheet.