How Well Do You Know Port Royal?

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    What destroyed Port Royal initially?

    • A tsunami
    • An earthquake
    • A flood
    • A volcanic eruption
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Located in a Caribbean island nation, Port Royal is a village founded in the 16th century which was once widely known and the largest in the region — but soon dropped its fame following some tragic events.

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  • 2. 
    In which country can you find Port Royal?  - ProProfs

    In which country can you find Port Royal? 

    • Jamaica

    • Turks and Caicos Islands

    • Haiti

    • Bahamas

    • Dominican Republic

    • Cuba

    Correct Answer
    A. Jamaica
    Explanation
    Port Royal can be found in Jamaica. This historical city was once a bustling pirate haven and a major trading hub in the Caribbean. It was known for its wealth and debauchery, earning the nickname "the wickedest city on earth." However, in 1692, a massive earthquake struck the area, causing much of the city to sink into the sea. Today, Port Royal is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a popular tourist destination, attracting visitors with its rich history and archaeological remains.

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  • 3. 
    When was the Giddy house in Port Royal built?  - ProProfs

    When was the Giddy house in Port Royal built? 

    • 1880

    • 1885

    • 1890

    • 1895

    Correct Answer
    A. 1880
    Explanation
    The Giddy house in Port Royal was built in 1880.

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  • 4. 
    In which year did the eminent destruction of Port Royal occur? - ProProfs

    In which year did the eminent destruction of Port Royal occur?

    • 1692

    • 1693

    • 1694

    • 1695

    Correct Answer
    A. 1692
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1692. In that year, Port Royal, a city located in Jamaica, suffered a catastrophic event known as the Port Royal earthquake. This earthquake, combined with a tsunami and subsequent fires, led to the destruction of the city. Port Royal was a major center for trade and piracy in the Caribbean, and the disaster had a significant impact on the region.

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  • 5. 
    Which of these forts built by the English survived the first earthquake in Port Royal?  - ProProfs

    Which of these forts built by the English survived the first earthquake in Port Royal? 

    • Fort Charlisle

    • Fort Rupert

    • Fort James

    • Fort Charles

    Correct Answer
    A. Fort Charles
    Explanation
    Fort Charles is the correct answer because it is the only fort mentioned that survived the first earthquake in Port Royal. The other forts, Fort Charlisle, Fort Rupert, and Fort James, did not survive the earthquake.

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  • 6. 
    Who invited pirates to Port Royal to protect the island?  - ProProfs

    Who invited pirates to Port Royal to protect the island? 

    • Henry Morgan

    • Governor Edward D'Oley

    • Charles Vane

    • Edward Thatch

    Correct Answer
    A. Governor Edward D'Oley
    Explanation
    Governor Edward D'Oley invited pirates to Port Royal to protect the island.

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  • 7. 
    When was Port Royal captured by the English?  - ProProfs

    When was Port Royal captured by the English? 

    • 1655

    • 1656

    • 1657

    • 1658

    Correct Answer
    A. 1655
    Explanation
    Port Royal was captured by the English in 1655.

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  • 8. 
    Which tribe first inhabited Port Royal? The...  - ProProfs

    Which tribe first inhabited Port Royal? The... 

    • Spanish

    • Taino-Indian

    • Portuguese

    • Chinese

    Correct Answer
    A. Taino-Indian
    Explanation
    The Taino-Indian tribe first inhabited Port Royal.

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  • 9. 
    When was Port Royal founded?  - ProProfs

    When was Port Royal founded? 

    • 1518

    • 1519

    • 1520

    • 1521

    Correct Answer
    A. 1518
    Explanation
    Port Royal was founded in 1518.

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  • 10. 
    When did the second earthquake hit Port Royal?  - ProProfs

    When did the second earthquake hit Port Royal? 

    • 1969

    • 1907

    • 1910

    • 1914

    Correct Answer
    A. 1907
    Explanation
    In 1907, the second earthquake hit Port Royal.

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