Kwéyòl Corner
Taste of Dominica
Music & Dance
Creole Culture
100

How do you say "Good morning"?

Bonjou

100

The popular green soup made from dasheen leaves

Callaloo

100

This traditional music uses an accordion, "boom-boom," and triangle

Jing Ping

100

What is the national dress of Dominica called?

Wob Dwiyet

200

What does "Mèsi" mean?

thank you

200

The national dish: Green Fig and _____.

Saltfish

200

A traditional dance done by couples in a square.

Quadrille

200

The colorful plaid fabric used in Creole wear.

Madras

300

How do you ask "How are you?

Sa ka fèt?

300

This hard, flatbread is a traditional food of the Kalinago

Cassava Bread

300

A traditional dance that involves telling a story.

Bèlè

300

What animal is on the Dominican flag?

Sisserou Parrot

400

What does "Mwen fen" mean?

I am hungry

400

The popular, spicy red drink served at Christmas and Creole Day.

Sorrel

400

A traditional game played by "pitching" a "shooter."

Marbles

400

What is the traditional men's outfit called?

Jip or Jupe

500

What does "Byenvini" mean?

Welcome

500

Name one instrument in a Jing Ping band.

Accordion, Boom-Boom (bamboo pipe), Gwaj (scraper), or Triangle)

500

What is the Kalinago Territory also known as?

Kalinago Territory

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