Jamaican Landmarks
This was once the largest city in the Caribbean
What is Port Royal?
This colourful bird, known for its striking green plumage and vibrant red beak, is the national bird of Jamaica.
What is the Doctor Bird?
The capital of Jamaica during its colonial period was this city. What is it known as today?
What is Spanish Town?
This Jamaican cultural icon, known as the "Mother of Jamaican Culture," was a storyteller, folklorist, and poet who celebrated the Jamaican dialect.
Who is Miss Louise Bennett?
This is the name of the Jamaican-born model, singer, and actress, known for her striking appearance, was in the movie Boomerang, starred by Eddie Murphy, she hails from Spanish Town; and recently collaborated on the song, 'Move' by Beyonce.
Who is Grace Jones?
This iconic Jamaican waterfall is a popular tourist destination, where visitors can climb its terraced steps or enjoy its refreshing pools.
What is Dunn's River Falls?
The Coat of Arms of Jamaica features two indigenous people on either side. What is the name of these people?
Who are the Tainos (Arawaks)?
The Spanish ruled Jamaica until 1655, when it was captured by this European nation.
What is England?
This legendary Jamaican singer was known as the 'King of Reggae'
Who is Bob Marley?
Yes he can run, but he can also do a dance that was named after him when he won 2 gold metals for Jamaica in the 2008 Summer Olympics
Who is Usain Bolt?
This natural wonder is one of the deepest and most beautiful underwater sinkholes in the world, located off the north coast of Jamaica.
What is The Blue Hole?
The National Flower, Lignum Vitae adopted this name because of its medicinal qualities, it is also the English translation of its Latin name. What is the name it was given?
What is Wood of Life?
This notorious English-born pirate was dubbed 'the most famous pirate that ever lived.' As a boy, he and his family lived on their plantation and owned slaves in Spanish Town. His character also appeared in one of the films, 'Pirates of the Caribbean'
Who is Blackbeard?
This Jamaican-born artist gained international fame with his role in the film 'The Harder They Come' and his hit song 'You Can Get It If You Really Want.'
Who is Jimmy Cliff?
She hails from the Old Braeton community in St. Catherine and used to attend St. Catherine High School. She is a popular dancehall artiste known best for her many hits including the infamous raunchy song she collaborated with Vybz Kartel.
Who is Spice?
This Jamaican landmark is a grand Georgian mansion with a storied history of legends and hauntings.
What is Rose Hall Great House?
This iconic Jamaican fruit, often associated with tropical flavours and refreshments, is featured prominently on the Coat of Arms and is also a symbol of hospitality.
What is Pineapple?
The historic town in Jamaica was a major port during the colonial era and is known for its well-preserved examples of its Georgian architectural style.
What is Falmouth?
The music genres of Ska and Mento, which played significant roles in shaping Jamaican music, contributed to the development of this globally popular genre.
What is Reggae?
This Jamaican born native started his career at Georgetown University and is most well known for his time spent playing with the Knicks
Who is Patrick Ewing
This town was once a sleepy fishing village and has now gained prominence as a popular cruise port and tourist destination and is home to this world-renowned cascading waterfall attraction.
What is Ocho Rios?
On the Jamaican Flag, the Gold depicts the natural wealth and beauty of sunlight, and the Green represents hope and agricultural resources. What does the Black represent?
What is the strength and creativity of the people?
This war was ignited when the Maroons felt undignified and angry due to the punishment and whipping of two of their members. This occurred after they had surrendered a runaway slave to the British colonists for stealing pigs.
What are the Maroon Wars?
This Jamaican actor and comedian is known for his wit and humour and has been a prominent figure in theater and television.
Who is Oliver Samuels?
This Jamaican politician served as the Secretary of State from 2001-2005.
Who is Colin Powell?