Quiz on Jamaica and its National Heroes

What does the name 'xaymaca' mean?

• Land of wood and water

• Land of sunshine

• Island of music

• Home of the brave

When did Jamaica gain independence?

• 1981

• 1975

• 1950

• 1962

What is the official language of Jamaica?

• Spanish

• English

• Jamaican Patois

• French

Which city is the capital of Jamaica?

• Kingston

• Montego Bay

• Ocho Rios

• Negril

Who is considered a national hero in Jamaica for his contribution to music?

• Usain Bolt

• Bob Marley

• Peter Tosh

• Marcus Garvey

What genre of music originated in Jamaica in the late 1950s?

• Blues

• Rock

• Reggae

• Jazz

How many gold medals did Usain Bolt win in the 2008 Olympics?

• Three

• Four

• Two

• One

What record did Usain Bolt break in the 200 metres?

• Fastest man in the world

• Longest sprint

• Most gold medals

• First man to run under 20 seconds

What percentage of Jamaica's population is black?

• 70%

• 100%

• 90%

• 50%

In what year did Bob Marley die?

• 1981

• 1983

• 1982

• 1980