Which Statement Is Correct About the Early History of Southeast

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which statement is correct about the early history of Southeast Asia?

• A)The mainland nations normally controlled the islands politically.
• B)The islands clung to their Hindu and animist beliefs throughout this period.
• C)The Hinayana Buddhists did not support the idea of divine kingship.
• D)The Khmer Empire was destroyed by the Chinese.
• E)When Portuguese merchants arrived in the region, most of its people were still Hindus.

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