Independence and Peacekeeping
What are the main colors of Trinidad and Tobago's national flag?
Red, white, and black
T&T is part of what sub-region?
What's the official name of T&T?
Republic of Trinidad and Tobago
What is T&T's official language?
English.
Other languages...
The main spoken languages are
Trinidadian Creole
Tobagonian Creole
Other languages include:
Trinidadian Hindustani - also known as Trinidadian Bhojpuri, Trinidadian Hindi, Indian, Plantation Hindustani, or Gaon ke Bolee (Village Speech)
Spanish - increasing due to massive immigration of Venezuelans
Tamil - mostly spoken by remaining children of indentured Indian labourers
Chinese
What year was the United Nations founded?
1945
What year did T&T declare independence and from what country?
August 31, 1962 from the United Kingdom.
What is T&T's population? (closest answer wins)
1.535 milion (2023)
What is T&T's capital?
Born in Trinidad and Tobago before moving to Queens, New York, this 'Super Bass' rapper became the first solo female artist to have 7 songs simultaneously on the Billboard Hot 100.
Who is Nicki Minaj
How many current members are in the United Nations?
193 Member States
When did T&T establish diplomatic relations with the United States?
August 31, 1962. The U.S. was one of the first nations to recognize it as a sovereign nation.
What does SIDS stand for?
Small Island Developing States
Which of T&T's islands is larger?
Trinidad
What is one of the major sports of T&T?
Cricket (West Indies cricket team)
Soccer
Basketball
Define SDGs
1) Sustainable Development Goals
2) No poverty
Zero hunger
Good health and well-being
Quality Education
Gender equality
Clean water and sanitation
Affordable and clean energy
Decent work and economic growth
Industry, innovation and infrastructure
Reduced inequalities
Sustainable cities and economies
Responsible consumption and production
Climate action
Life below water
Life on land
Peace, justice and strong institutions
Partnership for the goals
Name one nation which T&T has defensive ties?
The United States. They collaborate on security efforts like counter narcotics and maritime issues.
How high is the highest point (El Cerro del Aripo) in Trinidad and Tobago?
940 meters
What is one of the largest exports of T&T?
Inorganic chemicals, precious metal compound, isotope ($3.70B2022)
Mineral fuels, oils, distillation products ($3.32B2022)
Organic chemicals ($1.86B2022)
Iron and steel ($881.40M2022)
Fertilizers ($832.50M2022)
What musical instrument was invented in T&T?
Birthplace of the steelpan...the only new acoustic instrument in the 20th century.
Who are the five permanent members of the UN Security Council?
China, France, Russia, UK, and the US.
Who is the ambassador of T&T to the UN?
Dennis Francis
What is the name of the narrow strait that separates Trinidad from Venezuela?
Dragon's Mouth or Serpent's Mouth (there are two)
This lake is home to the largest natural deposit of asphalt (bitumen) containing 10 million tons of natural asphalt.
Pitch Lake
What is the name of the spicy street food sandwich popular in Trinidad and Tobago that consists of fried bread filled with chickpeas?
Doubles
What are 3 of the 6 main bodies of the United Nations?
General Assembly, Security Council, Economic & Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, Secretariat.