Food/Culture
What is Haiti's national fruit ?
Mango
Why is Haiti famous?
the first independent black republic in the world
What is the brief history of Haiti?
1803 - Haiti gained its freedom, independence was declared on January 1st, 1804, and became the only nation in world history that was born out of a successful slave revolt.
What is a major landmark in Haiti?
Cathedrale Notre Dame de Cap Haitien.
What is the local government of Haiti?
A commune is headed by an elected mayor, whose powers are strictly circumscribed.
What is a common Haitian dish that combines rice and mushrooms?
Diri Djon Djon
What is a common Haitian oil used to treat illnesses and moisture the skin/hair?
Lwil Maskriti or Black Castor Oil
Why is Haiti so important in global revolution history?
Haiti became the first modern state to abolish slavery
Which Haitian architectures founded the city of Chicago?
Jean-Baptiste Pointe DuSable
What was the name of the president assassinated in 2021?
President Jovenel Moise
This popular Haitian artist has worked with artist like Shakira and was a member of The Fugees.
Wyclef Jean
What three cultural influences make up Haitian culture?
Fuses African, French, and West Indian elements.
Who lived in Haiti before slavery?
Arawak (also known as Taino) and Carib Indians
In what city was the first Haitian flag sewn ?
Arcahaie
What type of government did Haiti have during the Haitian Revolution?
A northern monarchy led by former black slaves, and a republic led by elite free people of color in the south.
This is a green seasoning blend that serves as a staple in Haitian cooking
Epis
What is the national flower of Haiti?
The Hibiscus Flower or Choublak
What was Haiti originally called?
St. Domingue
What are the names of the two tectonic plates that Haiti intersects with?
The North American and Caribbean tectonic plates
What type of government does Haiti have ?
A Semi-Presidential Republic
This roots band is well known for their decades long contribution to Haitian music and iconic blend of punk rock and folklore sounds
RAM
What is Haiti known as?
Pearl of the Antilles
Why did the US invade Haiti?
To restore order and maintain political and economic stability in the Caribbean.
Where is the richest place in Haiti?
Pétion-Ville
What was the name of the agreement between Haiti and France requiring Haiti to pay indemnity of 150 million francs to France for it's freedom ?
The Haitian Independence Debt