WH questions

1. What does PAMMI stand for?

Association of Indonesian Dangdut Malay Musicians and Singers.
2. Who is the initiator to propose dangdut to UNESCO?
Rhoma irama.
3. What is the advantage of dangdut listed as intangible cultural heritage by
UNESCO?
The advantage is escalation in economic sector.
4. Based on the passage, how many items Indonesia’s intangible cultural heritage
that already received UNESCO recognition?
4 items.
5. Why do UNESCO need to recognize dangdut as Indonesia’s intangible cultural
heritage?
Because it is a musical genre found only in Indonesia. No other country plays
dangdut music but Indonesia.
6. When was kris blade and wayang puppet theater recognize by UNESCO?
In 2008.
7. Which the intangible cultural heritage of Indoneisa was in need of safeguarding
in 2011?
Saman dance.
8. Who is the new executive chairman of PAMMI?
Ikke Nurjannah.
9. Where was the third congres of PAMMI take place?
Surabaya.
10. After read the article, what will you do to support dangdut to get recognition
from UNESCO?
I will support dangdut campaign through social media.

Yes/no questions
1. Is it true that the root of dangdut music only from indonesia?
No it isn’t, it derived from Malay, Arab and Hindustani music.
2. Do you agree with dangdut proposed to UNESCO by PAMMI?
Yes, i do.
3. Do you think PAMMI need support from government only?
No, i don’t think so, all of Indonesian people must support it.
4. Beside Borobudur tample, is there any world cultural heritage recognized by
UNESCO?
Yes, there is.
5. Will you support dangdut as an intangible cultural heritage that recognized by
UNESCO?
Yes, i will.