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Who were the first inhabitants to settle in Jamaica?
The Taino Arawaks
What is the meaning of Jamaica?
The land of wood and water.
What was the Taino chief called?
Cacique
Which Continent did the Tainos originated from?
South Americas
An inhabitant
A person that lives in or occupies a place
Tell ONE duty of a Cacique
Your teacher will inform you
Where can we find a picture of the Tainos?
Jamaica Coat of Arms
Name three countries in which the Tainos settled?
Jamaica
Hispaniola: Haiti and Dominican Republic
Cuba
How did the Tainos reached Jamaica?
They travelled in canoes from the South America to the lesser islands in the Caribbean and move to the Greater Antilles including Jamaica.
Give other names by which the Tainos are called.
Amerindians, Arawaks, Taino Indian
Which country did the Tainos originated from?
Venezuela
Another word for fore-parents is
They were peaceful people. Who were they?
The Tainos
What does the word Taino mean?
Good and noble one
Name one place in Jamaica where the Tainos settled?
Little River
White Marl
Treasure Beach
Annotto Bay