British Influence on Jamaican Heritage

What year did the British first colonize Jamaica?

• 1689

• 1701

• 1625

• 1655

Which British monarch was ruling during the time of Jamaica's colonization?

• King Charles II

• King Henry VIII

• King George III

• Queen Victoria

What language is primarily spoken in Jamaica due to British influence?

• Spanish

• English

• Patois

• French

Name one British cultural practice that has been adopted in Jamaica.

• Afternoon tea

• Bonfire Night

• Pantomime

• Sunday roast

What is the significance of the British flag in Jamaica's history?

• The British flag is a symbol of Jamaica's agricultural exports.

• The British flag represents Jamaica's independence from colonial rule.

• The British flag signifies Jamaica's colonial history and the influence of British governance.

• The British flag signifies the absence of foreign influence in Jamaica.

Which British sport is popular in Jamaica, especially in schools?

• Cricket

• Tennis

• Rugby

• Football

How did British colonial rule impact Jamaican education?

• Jamaican education was fully funded by British colonial authorities.

• British colonial rule introduced a formal education system that prioritized English and British culture, creating educational inequalities.

• The education system focused solely on local languages and cultures.

• British colonial rule eliminated all forms of education in Jamaica.

What is the name of the Jamaican national dish that has British roots?

• Jerk Chicken

• Curried Goat

• Rice and Peas

• Ackee and Saltfish

Which British literary figure is known for their influence on Jamaican literature?

• Claude McKay

• Virginia Woolf

• George Orwell

• T.S. Eliot

What role did British missionaries play in Jamaica?

• British missionaries contributed to education, healthcare, and the spread of Christianity in Jamaica.

• They discouraged education and healthcare initiatives.

• They primarily promoted local folklore and traditions.

• They focused solely on agricultural development.