The two main areas of Malaysia include the western colonies on the Malay Peninsula and the eastern colonies on the island of __________.

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The eastern colonies of Malaysia are located on the island of Borneo. The western colonies are on the Malay Peninsula. Timor and Java are not part of Malaysia, although they are located nearby. Singapore was once part of Malaysia but became an independent country in 1965. East Malaysia is another name for the Malaysian states on the island of Borneo. Therefore, the correct answer is B) Borneo.

The Two Main Areas of Malaysia Include the Western Colonies