Social Studies - Trinidad & Tobago

In what year did our country achieve Independence?

• 1925

• 1845

• 1962

• 1992

Answer explanation

On the 31st August 1962, Trinidad & Tobago gained its Independence.

Who was the FIRST Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago?

• Dr. Eric Williams

• Mr. Patrick Manning

• Dr. Keith Rowley

• Mrs. Kamla Bissessar

Answer explanation

What does the colour RED on the National Flag represent?

• Air

• Fire

• Water

• Earth

What does the colour WHITE on the National Flag represent?

• Air

• Fire

• Water

• Earth

What does the colour BLACK on the National Flag represent?

• Air

• Fire

• Water

• Earth

Which event is celebrated with parades, fireworks, and the giving of National Awards?

• Emancipation Day

• Republic Day

• Independence Day

• Borough Day

On which national symbol can the words "Together We Aspire, Together We Achieve" be found?

• National Flag

• National Pledge

• National Anthem

• Coat of Arms

Answer explanation

Our National Birds are the _____ and the _____.

• Humming Bird, Parrot

• Scarlet Ibis, Cocrico

• Eagle, Hawk

• Penguin, Dove

Our National Watchwords are "Discipline, Production and Tolerance". Discipline means:

• acceptance, patience

• making, creating

• learning, teaching

• self-control, good behaviour

Our National Watchwords are "Discipline, Production and Tolerance". Production means:

• acceptance, patience

• making, creating

• learning, teaching

• self-control, good behaviour