MEDICAL
Which medical belief is the most popular among Jamaican elders? self medication or traditional medication
Self medication
What is the most popular cooking style used in Jamaican cuisine ?
Jerk
FAMILY DYNAMICS
What is extended family(blended family)
When was modern education introduced in Jamaica?
18th century
What are the three major resources in Jamaica?
Bauxite, gypsum, and limestone
Jamaicans remedy for medication is mostly: Herbal or pharmaceuticals
Herbal
T/F Akee and Saltfish is the national food
True
JAMAICAN MORALES
What is Jamaicans value equality,social justice,and honoring elders
At what age do people typically graduate high school ?
16 at grade 12
What are the three major industries in Jamaica?
Sugar, bananas, and coffee
T/F Jamaicans tend to seek medical assistance in hospitals when symptoms first appear
False
What kind of diet does Jamaican cuisine consist of ?
Rich & diverse. Unprocessed food
HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD
Mother is the head of household
When do children begin school?
Age 4
What is the most common job in Jamaica?
Service Sector
How do Jamaicans define being healthy ?
Having a good appetite
appearing physicalmly for rather than thin or scrawny
What is the meal hierarchy?
Women eat first
HEAD OF STATE
Who is King Charles the third |||
what beliefs/concepts were schools structured around first?
Church/ Religion
What is the main source of income in Jamaica?
Tourism is tied with remittances as Jamaica’s top source of revenue
What is a traditional birthing ritual in Jamaica
A traditional ritual of burying the umbilical cord and placenta at the base of a coconut or breadfruit trr
What culture influenced Jamaican cuisine ?
African, Indian, Chinese, Middle East, and Spanish
JAMAICAN MOURNING CUSTOMS
What is dead yard ,and 9 nights.
What age the four levels of typically Jamaican education?
Early childhood, primary, secondary, tertiary
What is the work culture in Jamaica ?
Hard work, dedication, and resilience