History
This European country colonized Guyana before its independence.
Great Britain.
What is the capital city of Guyana?
Georgetown
In Guyana if someone says that they are going to “take five” that means that they are going to…
Take a break or rest
This is the most widely celebrated Hindu festival in Guyana.
Diwali
Peace Corps was founded in what year?
1961
Guyana gained its independence in what year?
1966
Longest river in Guyana.
Essequibo River.
If somebody says you are looking like a “senseh fowl.” That means you are looking…
Rough, unkept, scraggly, goofy.
What is the official language of Guyana?
English
Which US president signed the executive order creating the Peace Corps
John F. Kennedy
This enslaved man led the 1763 Berbice Rebellion.
Cuffy
Guyana is bordered by which 3 countries?
Brazil, Suriname, and Venezuela.
When traveling instead of staying that way or this way, Guyanese people may say…
Upsuh and downsuh
Name three traditional Guyanese cuisine dishes.
Roti, cook-up-rice, pepper-pot, chow mein, bake, salt fish, fried plantain…
The Peace Corps first arrived in Guyana in what decade?
The 60’s
Guyana became a republic on this date.
February 23rd, 1970
This spectacular waterfall is one of the tallest single drop waterfalls in the world.
Kaieteur Falls
A common thing to say in Guyana when you eaten your fill…
Mi belly full
Mashramani a major Guyanese holiday celebrates this national milestones.
Becoming a republic
What is the standard length of service for a Peace Corps Volunteer.
27 months.
Who are the three colonial powers who ruled Guyana before its independence.
Dutch, French, and British.
The regional organization headquartered in Georgetown. Promotes economic integration in cooperation among Caribbean nations.
CARICOM
What is a scrape?
A thug or gangster.
This pre-wedding, Afro Guyanese, celebration, features, drumming, dancing, and singing, to honor the bride and groom.
Kwe-kwe or Queh-Queh
What years did Peace Corps temporarily suspend operations in Guyana?
1971-1995