Gullah Culture Quiz

Where did the Gullah people originally come from?

• South America

• West Africa

• Australia

• North America

What was one of the main reasons West Africans were brought to America?

• For their expertise in rice cultivation

• For their knowledge in technology

• For their artistic talents

• For their skills in fishing

What is the Gullah culture known for being the most authentic of in America?

• African culture

• Asian culture

• South American culture

• European culture

What type of language is the Gullah/Geechee language?

• A Spanish-based Creole language

• An English-based Creole language

• A French-based Creole language

• A Portuguese-based Creole language

What is NOT listed as an important aspect of Gullah culture?

• Music

• Food

• Technology

• Family

What kind of baskets are unique to the Gullah culture?

• Clay baskets

• Wicker baskets

• Sweetgrass baskets

• Bamboo baskets

Where does Gullah/Geechee food primarily get its ingredients from?

• The mountains

• The desert

• The sea

• The forest

What is the basis for American music genres like jazz and blues according to the text?

• South American rhythms

• European classical music

• West African chants

• East Asian melodies

How long has the art of making Sweetgrass baskets survived?

• About 100 years

• At least 200 years

• At least 300 to 400 years

• Over 500 years

Why is Gullah history important to American history?

• It is a major part of technology development

• It is a major part of South Carolina history

• It is a major part of European history

• It is unrelated to American history