1. read the text below.batak ulos

ulos is traditional cloth of the batak people of north sumatera. different kinds of ulos have

different ceremonial significance. the ulos is normally worn draped over one or both shoulders,

or in weddings to ceremonially bind the bride and groom together. ulos are traditionally had

woven and, in the case important events, such as funerals and weddings.

originally. ulos was only used as an ordinary cloth. however, it later developed into a symbol

of love, traditional ceremony requirements, and a society structural system symbol. eventmore,

ulos is believed to have supernatural power and thus considered ‘sacred' and that it has special

power to protect the user.

there are many kinds and designs of ulos, which have their own respective meaning in

accordance to the characteristics, conditions, functions, and some relations.