Jamaican History
Famous Jamaicans
Food and Culture
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Patois and Fun Facts
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What year did Jamaica gain independence?

1962

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Who is Jamaica's most famous reggae artist?

Bob Marley

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What is Jamaica's national dish?

Ackee and Saltfish

100

What is Jamaica's capital city?

Kingston

100

What does "Wah Gwaan?" mean?

What's up?/ How are you?

200

What is Jamaica's national motto?

Out of Many, One People

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Who is the fastest man in the world from Jamaica?

Usain Bolt

200

What spicy cooking style is Jamaica famous for?

Jerk

200

Name a famous Jamaican waterfall.

Dunn's River Falls

200

If someone says "Mi deh ya", what do they mean?

I'm here/ I'm good

300

What was the original name of Jamaica given by the Tainos?

Xaymaca - Land of Wood and Water

300

Who was the first black woman to win Miss World from Jamaica?

Cindy Breakspeare

300

What is the name of the popular Jamaican fruit used to make juices and snacks?

June plum or Sour sop

300

What is the name of the famous beach area in Negril?

Seven Mile Beach
300

What is the nick name for Jamaica?

Land of Wood and Water

400

Who was Jamaica's first Prime Minister?

Sir Alexander Bustamante

400

Which Jamaican sprinter is known as the "Pocket Rocket"?

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce

400

What is the name of the famous Jamaican rum brand?

Appleton

400

What is the name of the longest river in Jamaica?

Black River

400

What Jamaican festival celebrates culture and independence?

Jamaica Festival

500

Which country ruled Jamaica before it gained independence?

Britain

500

Who was Jamaica's first national hero?

Marcus Garvey

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What Jamaican drink is made with sorrel and ginger, often during Christmas?

Sorrell drink

500

Where can you find luminous waters that glow at night?

Luminous Lagoon - Falmouth

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What sport did Jamaica's most famous team compete in that went on to be a movie?

Bob sledding - Cool Runnings

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