Island

What is Lamu Island known for?

• Modern skyscrapers

• Traditional Swahili settlement

• Western civilization

• Industrial development

Where is Lamu Island located?

• South of Madagascar

• Off the coast of northern Kenya

• In the Red Sea

• In the Caribbean Sea

Approximately how many miles is Lamu Island from Mombasa?

• 50 miles

• 150 miles

• 100 miles

• 200 miles

What is the population of Lamu Island?

• Over 100,000 people

• Just under 10,000 people

• Approximately 25,300 people

• Less than 1,000 people

Which archipelago is Lamu Island a part of?

• Seychelles Archipelago

• Canary Islands

• Lamu Archipelago

• Maldives

What historical significance does Lamu Island have?

• It was a Viking settlement

• It was an important trade center attracting traders from China to the Arabian Peninsula

• It was a major Roman trading post

• It was a medieval fortress

Which cultures have inhabited Lamu Island?

• Only Kenyans

• Only Persians

• Kenyans, Persians, Indians, and Europeans

• Only Chinese

What is happening to Lamu Island's traditional buildings?

• They are being demolished

• They are being replaced by modern structures as part of a regeneration project in the harbour area

• They are being preserved as UNESCO heritage sites

• They are being turned into museums

Why do many travelers visit Lamu Island?

• To experience Western hustle

• To participate in industrial development projects

• After a safari adventure on the mainland

• To visit modern skyscrapers

How long does the journey from Maasai Mara to Lamu Archipelago take?

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 4 hours

• 6 hours