- 1. What is the name of the indigenous people who lived in Jamaica before the arrival of the Spanish?
A) Inca B) Taino C) Aztec D) Maya
- 2. What is the Taino word for the spirit believed to protect and guide individuals in Jamaican culture?
A) Jerk B) Calabash C) Zemi D) Brimstone
- 3. Which popular Jamaican celebration is influenced by Taino traditions?
A) Jonkonnu B) Mardi Gras C) Carnival D) Oktoberfest
- 4. Which of the following fruits is native to Jamaica and was cultivated by the Taino people?
A) Passion Fruit B) Pineapple C) Banana D) Guava
- 5. Which traditional Taino craft continues to be practiced in Jamaica today?
A) Woodcarving B) Basket Weaving C) Pottery D) Quilting
- 6. What did Taino women use to make their intricate textiles that influenced Jamaican fabric designs?
A) Wool B) Linen C) Silk D) Cotton
- 7. What is the Taino name for the ceremonial ball game that influenced modern sports like cricket and soccer in Jamaica?
A) Jai Alai B) Batey C) Polo D) Sumo
- 8. Which precious metal used in Taino jewelry making is still valued in Jamaican craftsmanship?
A) Platinum B) Gold C) Bronze D) Silver
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