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100
What date did Dominica gain Independence?
3rd November 1978.
100
Who is the chief cultural officer?
Mr. Earlson Matthew
100
This traditional dance is called?
Bèlè
100
A compatible delicacy which makes the perfect fit with salt fish?
Fig/Bakes
100
How do you say happy creole day in Kwéyòl?
Bon Jounen Kwéyòl
200
This year Dominica celebrates its _____________ anniversary of independence?
45th
200
Who designed the national flag of Dominica?
Mr Alwin Bully
200
Other than Bèlè and Heel and Toe; Name a traditional dance.
Mazouk/Flirtation/Jing Ping/Schottische (pronounced Sotice)/Quadrille
200
What is a common traditional method of preserving meat or fish in Dominica and what is the name of the resulting product?
Smoked meat/fish
200
The term "Kalbas katolik" in Kwéyòl is often used to refer to a particular religious practice. What does it mean?
Catholicism/catholic church
300
Every year Dominica celebrates ______________ before Ash Wednesday?
Carnival
300
This department is responsible for coordinating cultural activities in the Commonwealth of Dominica. It is their mission to promote, develop and preserve Dominica’s culture and to encourage a greater awareness of the culture of the Caribbean and that of the wider world.
The Division of Culture
300
This traditional dance was introduced by the Europeans. It is performed by extending legs and places back down on heel.
Heel and Toe
300
What is the national dish of Dominica?
Callaloo
300
In Kwéyòl, what does "Kwazézòl" refer to, and how is it traditionally used in Dominica?
A traditional handmade straw broom also known as kocoye broom
400
Dominica’s indigenous people inhabit a 3,700-acre territory on the eastern coast of the island. This indigenous group is known as the _________________.
Kalingoes
400
_______________ is the Commonwealth of Dominica's highest cultural award. Instituted in 1982, it is issued annually to individuals, groups or institutions that have made outstanding contributions to the development of Dominica's art and culture spanning at least 20 years.
The Golden Drum Award
400
________________ inherited from the French where dancers form a circle then “avansé” all at once to start off. It involves the male partners exchanging expressions with the madam in a very flirtatious manner as they exchange positions.
Flirtation
400
The Kalinago people, the indigenous inhabitants of Dominica, have contributed to the island's culinary heritage. What is one traditional food preparation technique or dish that showcases their influence?
Pepperpot/Cassava
400
"Manje a kay kay," when translated, means what in Kwéyòl, a phrase often used in Dominica?
Home cooked meal
500
Known as a “Neg Mawon“, or Maroon leader, he is hailed as a national hero, leading a resistance movement that fought against the oppressive conditions of the 18th-century Caribbean slave era. What is the name of this individual
Chief Jacko
500
What is the original musical genre created in Dominica?
Cadence-lypso
500
Out of the three types of bèlè dances practiced in Dominica; name any type.
Bèlè pitchee/Bèlè soute/Bèlè wond
500
_____________ is the most suitable tea to go along with a creole breakfast in the opinion of our Dominican Aunt.
Cocoa Tea
500
What is the theme for this year's independence celebrations?
Annou Sélébwé