Haitian Culture 🇭🇹
This Caribbean nation became the first independent Black republic in 1804 after a successful revolution against French colonial rule
What is Haiti?
On what date does Haiti celebrate its Independence Day
What is January 1st?
What famous Haitian soup is traditionally eaten on January 1?
What is Soup Joumou?
What language do many Haitians speak at home and in everyday life?
What is Haitian Creole or Kreyòl Ayisyen?
What is the capital city of Haiti?
What is Port-au-Prince?
What annual celebration is famous for colorful costumes, music, and parades across the Caribbean
What is Kanaval?
In what year did Haiti gain independence?
What is 1804?
What is the name of Haiti’s popular dish of fried pork?
What is Griot?
What is the French word commonly used for 'thank you' in Haitian Creole?
What is mèsi?
Which Caribbean island is home to both Haiti and the Dominican Republic?
What is Hispaniola?
This traditional Haitian music and dance style is known for its energetic rhythms and is often played at celebrations.
What is Kompa
Who was the leader of the Haitian Revolution who became the first ruler of independent Haiti?
Who is Jean-Jacques Dessalines?
What spicy Haitian condiment is often made with cabbage, carrots, peppers, and vinegar?
What is Pikliz?
What does 'Bonjou' mean in English?
What is 'Good morning' or 'Hello'?
In which region of the world is Haiti located?
What is the Caribbean?
What traditional Haitian music style is associated with Vodou ceremonies?
What is Rara?
What was the name of the French colony that became Haiti
What is Saint-Domingue?
What is the name of the Haitian dish made with rice and beans?
What is Diri kole ak pwa or diri ak pwa?
What are the two official languages of Haiti?
What are Haitian Creole and French?
What is the name of Haiti’s northern historic city known for the Citadelle?
What is Cap-Haïtien?
This Haitian fortress, located in northern Haiti, was built after independence to help defend the country against a possible French return.
What is the Citadelle Laferrière
What 1791 uprising began the revolution that eventually led to Haitian independence
What is The Haitian slave revolt or uprising of 1791?
What popular Haitian fried snack is made from seasoned, mashed malanga or other root vegetables?
What is Acra?
What colorful Haitian art tradition is known for intricate designs and metalwork made from recycled oil drums?
What is Haitian metal sculpture or fer découpé?
What is the name of the mountainous region that covers much of Haiti?
What are the Massif du Nord and other mountain ranges of Haiti?