Vocabulary
Who was the Chief magistrate in Cayman at the time of the arrival of William Eden
Governor Bodden
What triggered the constitutional, political, and administrative changes in the Cayman Islands between the end of World War II and the close of the twentieth century?
The changes were triggered by external events but increasingly resulted from Caymanian choices. Caymanians had learned to adapt to the conditions of the postwar era, and their pragmatic approach led to gradual constitutional evolution.
The greatest majority of newcomers to the island were in the
20 -to- 40 age range
The Mosquito Research and control Unit was created in January 1976
False
(1966)
What removed the chief misery of life in the Cayman Islands?
The Mosquito Research and Control Unit removed the chief misery of life in the Cayman Islands
First Caymanian born teacher appointed in 1844
John Jarrett Wood
Why did Caymanians choose to separate from Jamaica in 1962?
Caymanians chose to separate from Jamaica and remain a British Crown Colony because they believed it was in their best interests, and this decision was seen as astute and profitable in the long term.
1992
How long were work permits in 1971 valid for?
either one or two years
What enabled the population to remain relatively healthy despite the lack of services?
The healthfulness of the climate and the islands' freedom from epidemics enabled the population to remain relatively healthy despite the lack of services
Cayman's First National Hero
James Manoah Bodden
How did the Jamaican general election in 1944 affect the Cayman Islands?
The Jamaican general election of 1944 led to a victory for the Jamaican Labour Party under Alexander Bustamante. As Jamaica moved toward greater political autonomy, the Cayman Islands had to reconsider their political relationship with Jamaica, which eventually led to the separation in 1962.
Total resident population in 1999
39,410
British subjects could apply to the Protection Board for Caymanian status after submitting proof that they had been resident for the previous five years and satisfying the board of good character.
True
Who was one of the first Caymanian dentists in private practice that opened an office?
Dr. Edlin Merren was one of the first Caymanian dentists in private practice that opened an office
Caymanian turtling ship
The Majestic
What were the Cayman Islands’ positions on the proposed West Indies Federation?
The Cayman Islands delegates insisted that they would only join the Federation if they had direct representation in the Federation legislature. This position was rejected by the Federation’s Standing Closer Association Committee.
What expatriate group had the largest presence in 1999
Jamaicans with more than 10,00 people
By the 1990s, the Cayman Islands had a variety of churches, including United, Catholic, Anglican and more.
true
What were the three major challenges in broad areas of social development during the latter part of the twentieth century?
Social services, health, and education were the three major challenges in broad areas of social development during the latter part of the twentieth century
A survey for the purpose of taxation
Cadastral
What was the political situation in the Cayman Islands before World War II?
The Cayman Islands had no written constitution, and the legislature consisted of twenty-seven Vestrymen elected by taxpaying adult males and an equal number of nominated Justices of the Peace (J.P.s). The Commissioner was the chief executive, and there were no political parties or trade unions.
What was the main differences in age distribution between Caymanian and Non-Caymanian residents in 1999
55% of non-Caymanians were ages 30-49, while only 28% of Caymanians.
(Caymanians had higher rates of children and elderly compared to Non-Caymanians)
The Presbyterian Church became part of the United Church in Jamaica and the Cayman Islands in 1970 due to resource constraints.
False (1965)
What had originally been established in January 1975 as the Cayman Islands National Council of Social Services?
The NCVO had originally been established in January 1975 as the Cayman Islands National Council of Social Services