Ethnic groups in Jamaica

What is the definition of an ethnic group?

• A group of people who share the same favorite color
• A collection of individuals who all have the same height
• A community of people who enjoy the same type of music
• An ethnic group is a community of people who share a common heritage, culture, language, and often ancestry.

2. Name the largest ethnic group in Jamaica.

• European

• Lebanese

• Chinese

• Africans

What brought many Africans to Jamaica during the 19th century?

• Slavery
• Economic opportunities
• Natural disasters
• Voluntary migration

What are two cultural contributions of the Indian community to Jamaican society?

• Curry dishes and Hinduism

• Pasta dishes and Diwali celebration

• Taco dishes and Cinco de Mayo celebration
• Sushi dishes and Chinese New Year celebration

5. How did Chinese immigrants influence Jamaican cuisine?

• Chinese immigrants introduced ingredients and cooking techniques such as soy sauce, and stir-frying to Jamaican cuisine.

• Chinese immigrants popularized sushi in Jamaica
• Chinese immigrants introduced Italian cuisine to Jamaica
• Chinese immigrants brought French cooking techniques to Jamaica

Which religious practices were introduced to Jamaica by Indian immigrants?

• Hinduism and Islam

• Zoroastrianism, Jainism, and Bahá'í Faith
• Taoism, Shintoism, and Confucianism
• Buddhism, Christianity, and Judaism

What is one example of a traditional Chinese celebration observed in Jamaica?

• Chinese New Year

• Lantern Festival
• Dragon Boat Festival
• Mid-Autumn Festival

How have European influences shaped Jamaican architecture?

• European influences have introduced architectural styles like Georgian, Victorian, and Spanish Colonial to Jamaican architecture.
• European influences have caused Jamaican architecture to focus solely on traditional African architectural elements.
• European influences have resulted in Jamaican architecture being characterized by futuristic designs.
• European influences have led to Jamaican architecture being dominated by Asian architectural styles.

Describe one cultural contribution of African descendants to Jamaican society.

• Reggae music
• Chinese calligraphy
• French cuisine
• Salsa dancing

Give an example of a European influence on Jamaican language.

• Incorporation of English in Creole

• Incorporation of words from French and German
• Adoption of Chinese characters in writing
• Influence of Russian grammar rules