History
In what year did Belize gain its independence?
1981
Indigenous to Belize: they were the first to inhabit Belize.
Maya
What does "Sub Umbra Floreo" means?
Under the Shade, We Flourish!
How many national symbols are there in Belize?
5
The 10th September is the day set aside to celebrate which holiday?
St. George's Caye Day
What is the total size of Belize, including the cays?
8867 sq. miles
Who wrote the National Anthem of Belize?
Samuel Haynes
Name the national symbols of Belize.
Tapir- Animal
Black Orchid- Flower
Keel billed Toucan- Bird
Mahogany- Tree
Belizean Flag
Belize was once Crown Colony of which European nation?
United Kingdom or Great Britain
What is the theme for 2023 September celebration?
Hope ignited, Hands united, Vision renewed: Belize @ 42
How many leaves are on the National Flag of Belize?
50 leaves
Grow in damp, moist regions and had a purplish color.
Black Orchid
What important event occurred in 1973?
British Honduras change its name to Belize
What is the title given to someone who heads a town/city council?
Mayor
"Tranquil haven of democracy". In the anthem, the word democracy means?
People has the power
Describe what makes Belize's Flag unique
Only one with human
Name two holidays celebrated in Belize in the month of September.
St. George's Caye Day and Independence Day
The Minister of Education in Belize is?
Hon. Francis Fonseca
Complete the excerpt from the National Anthem:
Nature has blessed thee with wealth _______,
______ mountains and valleys where prairies roll;
untold
O're
How long does it take a Mahogany tree to mature?
between 60 and 70 years