History
Who was the first European to visit Jamaica
Christopher Columbus
What is the capital city of Jamaica?
Kingston
What is the study of human social behavior and society called?
Sociology
Which branch of government is responsible for making laws?
Legislative
What was Jamaica's original name when it was first discovered by Europeans?
Xaymaca
What is the name of Jamaica's highest mountain?
Blue Mountain Peak
What term is used to describe a group of people who share a common culture or heritage?
Ethnic Group
What political party did Michael Manley, a former Prime Minister, represent?
The People's National Party (PNP)
What year did Jamaica gain independence from Britain?
1962
What major river in Jamaica is the longest, flowing over 92 kilometers?
Rio Minho
What do we call the set of rules or expected behaviors that people follow in a society?
These are called social norms
Who was the first Prime Minister of Jamaica?
Sir. Alexander Bustamante
Which famous Jamaican musician is known as the 'King of Reggae' and has songs like 'No Woman, No Cry'?
Bob Marley
Which Jamaican parish is known for its waterfalls, especially the famous Dunns River Falls?
St. Ann
What do we call the group of people who live in a specific area and share common laws and institutions?
This is called a society
How often are general elections held in Jamaica?
General elections are held in Jamaica every five years.
Which year did the Morant Bay Rebellion occur, and who led it?
The Morant Bay Rebellion occurred in 1865, and it was led by Paul Bogle
Jamaica is part of which group of islands in the Caribbean?
The Greater Antilles
The way of life of a group of people. This is known as....
Culture
Who is the Governor General of Jamaica?
Sir. Patrick Allen