Jamaican History
What year did Jamaica gain independence?
1962
Who is known as the world’s fastest man?
Usain Bolt
What dish is Jamaica’s national dish?
Ackee and Saltfish
What is the capital city of Jamaica?
Kingston
What music genre originated in Jamaica and spread worldwide?
Reggae
Who was Jamaica’s first Prime Minister?
Sir Alexander Bustamante
Which Jamaican-born woman became the first black woman to serve as a nurse in the Crimean War?
Mary Seacole
What Jamaican fruit is used to make a popular drink when boiled with ginger?
Sorrel
Which waterfall in Ocho Rios is one of Jamaica’s most famous attractions?
Dunn’s River Falls
Which Jamaican dancehall artist is nicknamed “King of the Dancehall”?
Beenie Man/Vybz Kartel
Which national hero is known as the "Right Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey"?
Marcus Garvey
Who was Jamaica’s first female Prime Minister?
Portia Simpson-Miller
Which meat is typically used in traditional Jamaican patties?
Beef – but also chicken, veggie, etc.)
What is the name of the Blue Mountain product Jamaica is famous for?
Blue Mountain Coffee
What 1993 movie is based on Jamaica’s first bobsled team?
Cool Runnings
Which rebellion in 1831, led by Samuel Sharpe, helped push towards the abolition of slavery?
The Baptist War / Christmas Rebellion
Which famous Jamaican is known as the “King of Reggae”?
Bob Marley
What is the popular Sunday dinner meal often served with rice and peas?
Curry chicken, fried chicken, or oxtail – rice & peas is the staple
Which parish is known as the “Land of Wood and Water”?
St. Ann
Which Jamaican singer is known for the hit “One Dance” collaboration with Drake?
Popcaan
What was the name of the treaty signed between the Maroons and the British in 1739?
The Maroon Treaty
Which Jamaican poet and novelist wrote The Harder They Come screenplay and Brother Man novel?
Roger Mais
What is the name of the traditional Jamaican porridge?
Cornmeal Porridge
What is the highest point in Jamaica?
Blue Mountain Peak
Who was the first woman to ever win a Grammy for Best Reggae Album?
Koffee, in 2020, with “Rapture”