Canboulay Riots Quiz

What was the origin of the Canboulay Riots?

• Celebration of Carnival

• Suppression of cultural expression

• Colonial authorities' control

• Resistance against colonial oppression

Which cultural traditions influenced the Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago?

• African and Indian

• French and Spanish

• African, French, Spanish, and Creole

• European and indigenous Caribbean

What event led to the escalation of tensions during the Canboulay Riots?

• Prohibition of celebrations

• Restriction of chanting

• Regulation of dancing

• Ban on drumming

What was the outcome of the Canboulay Riots?

• Negotiations and compromises

• Complete suppression of Carnival

• Continued violent protests

• Increased colonial interference

What did the Canboulay Riots underscore about Carnival?

• Its decline in popularity

• Its commercialization

• Its political significance

• Its cultural importance

What is the modern Trinidad and Tobago's Carnival known for?

• Rejecting indigenous Caribbean influences

• Incorporating only European traditions

• Embracing cultural diversity

• Celebrating only African culture