CHAPTER 9: EXPOSITION TEXT

 Part 1

Introspeksi Diri di Hari Pahlawan

The history of the need to commemorate Heroes' Day begins with the Suroboyo arek-arek resistance on November 10 1945. With sharpened bamboo weapons, they fought the invaders who had used sophisticated weapons including airplanes. Then followed resistance in various regions, including in North Sumatra and especially in the city of Medan which is known for the fighting in the Medan Area, Jalan Bali.

Thanks to the struggles of fighters in the past, the Indonesian people were able to proclaim independence and maintain a period of physical revolution. Now it is the turn of the nation's children to fill the realm of independence by providing the best for the future of their nation.

Unfortunately, not many sons and daughters of the Indonesian nation can emulate their achievements. More people prioritize their personal and group interests when they are in power. This is very visible in the ranks of government (bureaucracy) as well as the legislature and judiciary.

They really take advantage of existing opportunities to enrich themselves. Meanwhile, people who need attention are ignored