Haitian History
In what year did Haiti gain independence?
1804
What is the name of Haiti's famous pumpkin soup traditionally eaten on New Year's Day?
Soup joumou
How do you say 'Hello, how are you?' in Haitian Creole?
Bonjou, kijan ou ye?
What is the name of a popular Haitian music genre often danced to at parties?
Kompa (also spelled konpa)
On which Caribbean island is Haiti located
Hispaniola
On what month does Haiti celebrate Independence Day?
January 1
What is diri kole ak pwa?
Rice and Beans
What does 'Mèsi' mean?
Thank you
What instrument is commonly used to keep the rhythm in Haitian music?
Drums
What country shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti?
The Dominican Republic
Who was a famous leader of the Haitian Revolution and became the first ruler of independent Haiti?
Jean-Jacques Dessalines
What crispy, fried snack is made from grated malanga or other root vegetables?
Akra
What does 'Mwen pa konprann' mean?
I don't understand
What is the capital of Haiti?
Port-au-Prince
What country colonized Haiti before its independence?
What is bannann peze?
Fried plantain
How do you say 'I am tired' in Haitian Creole?
Mwen fatigue
Carimi and 5lan
What is Haiti's national currency?
The Haitian gourde
What was the name of the revolution that led to Haiti's independence?
The Haitian Revolution
What is the name of the spicy Haitian condiment made with pickled vegetables?
Pikliz
What does 'N a wè pita' mean?
See you later
What is the name of Haiti’s famous music festival traditionally held in Port-au-Prince to celebrate Haitian music and culture?
Festival de Jazz de Port-au-Prince (Port-au-Prince International Jazz Festival)
What is the name of Haiti's highest mountain?
Pic la Selle