History of Suriname

What year did Suriname gain independence from the Netherlands?

• 1975

• 1965

• 1980

• 1990

Which European country first colonized Suriname in the 17th century?

• Portugal

• Spain

• Netherlands

• France

What was the main economic activity in Suriname during the colonial period?

• Mining

• Agriculture

• Fishing

• Textile

Which indigenous people were the original inhabitants of Suriname?

• Arawak

• Inca

• Maya

• Aztec

What is the capital city of Suriname?

• Paramaribo

• Georgetown

• Cayenne

• Brasilia

Which river is the longest in Suriname?

• Suriname River

• Amazon River

• Nile River

• Ganges River

What is the official language of Suriname?

• Dutch

• English

• Spanish

• Portuguese

Which of the following is a major ethnic group in Suriname?

• Creole

• Zulu

• Maori

• Inuit

What is the currency of Suriname?

• Surinamese Dollar

• Euro

• US Dollar

• Brazilian Real

Which treaty ended the Second Anglo-Dutch War and ceded Suriname to the Dutch?

• Treaty of Breda

• Treaty of Paris

• Treaty of Versailles

• Treaty of Utrecht