Indigenous Names and Meanings of Caribbean Islands

The video explores the original indigenous names of Caribbean islands, providing historical context and meanings. It covers names from Cuba to Trinidad, highlighting the influence of Amerindian languages. The video emphasizes the importance of preserving this history and encourages viewers to learn more about these indigenous names.

Which two major Amerindian groups were present in the Caribbean before European arrival?

• Arawaks and Caribs

• Mayans and Aztecs

• Incas and Tainos

• Cherokees and Sioux

What is the original indigenous name of Cuba?

• Quisqueya

• Quisqueya

• Quisqueya

• Quisqueya

What does the original name 'Xaymaca' for Jamaica mean?

• Land of Wood and Water

• Land of the Blessed

• Island of Flowers

• Land of the Iguanas

What was the original name of Puerto Rico?

• Borikén

• Bimini

• Arawak

• Taino

What does the original name 'Oualichi' for Sint Maarten mean?

• Land of Salt

• Land of the Iguanas

• Land of Beautiful Waters

• Island of Flowers

What is the original Carib name for Saint Kitts?

• Liamuiga

• Quisqueya

• Borikén

• Xaymaca

What does the original name 'Waitukubuli' for Dominica mean?

• Island of Flowers

• Land of the Iguanas

• Tall is Her Body

• Land of the Blessed

What is the original name of Martinique?

• Madinina

• Borikén

• Liamuiga

• Xaymaca

What does the original name 'Hairouna' for Saint Vincent mean?

• Land of the Blessed

• Land of the Iguanas

• Island of Flowers

• Land of Beautiful Waters

What is the meaning of the original name 'Iere' for Trinidad?

• Land of the Hummingbird

• Island of Flowers

• Land of the Blessed

• Land of Beautiful Waters