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    What is the largest island in the Caribbean?

    • Hispanola (Dominican/Haiti)
    • Cuba
    • Barbados
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  • 2. 

    What is the most widely practiced religion among the Caribbean islands?

    • Rastafari

    • Christianinity

    • Creole

    Correct Answer
    A. Christianinity
    Explanation
    Christianity is the most widely practiced religion among the Caribbean islands. This is because the majority of the population in the Caribbean islands identify themselves as Christians, belonging to various denominations such as Catholicism, Protestantism, and Anglicanism. The influence of European colonization and missionary work has played a significant role in the spread and establishment of Christianity in the region. Additionally, the cultural and historical ties to Christianity have also contributed to its widespread practice among the Caribbean population.

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  • 3. 

    Which member of the royal family supported the carnival  during 70's when it looked likely the carnival would have to be cancelled?

    Correct Answer
    Prince Charles
    Explanation
    During the 70s, when the carnival was at risk of being cancelled, Prince Charles showed his support for the event. This suggests that he recognized the importance of the carnival and the impact it had on the community. His support may have helped to ensure that the carnival could continue, allowing people to enjoy the festivities and maintain a sense of tradition.

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  • 4. 

    The Notting Hill carnival is....

    • The largest street festival in the world

    • The second largest street festival in the world

    • The fifth largest street festival in the world

    Correct Answer
    A. The second largest street festival in the world
    Explanation
    The Notting Hill carnival is considered the second largest street festival in the world. This means that there is only one other street festival that is larger in scale and attendance. While it is not specified in the question what the largest street festival is, it can be inferred that the Notting Hill carnival holds a significant position globally in terms of its size and popularity.

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  • 5. 

    Who is considered "the mother of the Notting Hill carnival"?

    Correct Answer
    Claudia Jones
    Explanation
    Claudia Jones is considered "the mother of the Notting Hill carnival" because she was instrumental in organizing the first Caribbean Carnival in London in 1959. As a Trinidadian-born activist and journalist, she aimed to bring together the Caribbean community in London and celebrate their culture. Jones's efforts laid the foundation for what would become the Notting Hill carnival, an annual event that showcases Caribbean music, dance, and food, and has become one of the largest street festivals in Europe. Her contributions and dedication to promoting Caribbean culture in London earned her the title of "the mother of the Notting Hill carnival."

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  • 6. 

    In what year did the carnival first take to the streets of Notting Hill?

    Correct Answer
    1964
    Explanation
    The carnival first took to the streets of Notting Hill in 1964.

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  • 7. 

    The festival began in 1959 in....

    • A local bar

    • Someone's house

    • A town hall

    Correct Answer
    A. A town hall
    Explanation
    The festival began in 1959 in a town hall. This suggests that the festival was initially organized as a community event, possibly with the intention of bringing people together in a central location. A town hall would have provided a suitable venue for hosting various activities and performances associated with the festival. Additionally, the use of a town hall indicates that the festival had some level of official recognition and support from the local authorities.

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  • 8. 

    Saba is the smallest island in the Caribbean, what is the approximate size of the island?

    • Approximately 5 square miles

    • Approximately 8 square miles

    • Approximately 3 square miles

    Correct Answer
    A. Approximately 5 square miles
    Explanation
    Saba being the smallest island in the Caribbean indicates that it has a relatively smaller size compared to other islands in the region. The approximate size of the island is stated to be around 5 square miles. This suggests that the island is relatively small in terms of land area, making it the smallest among the Caribbean islands.

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  • 9. 

    Barbados is the richest Island in the Caribbean; True or False?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Barbados is not the richest island in the Caribbean. There are other islands in the Caribbean that have higher GDP per capita and overall wealth compared to Barbados. Therefore, the statement "Barbados is the richest Island in the Caribbean" is false.

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  • 10. 

    How many island make up the Caribbean?

    • About 70

    • About 700

    • About 7000

    Correct Answer
    A. About 7000
    Explanation
    The Caribbean is made up of approximately 7000 islands.

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  • 11. 

    As a tie breaker; What was the estimated total population of all of teh Caribbean islands combined at the end of last year?

    Correct Answer
    36,314,000
    Explanation
    The estimated total population of all the Caribbean islands combined at the end of last year was 36,314,000.

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