National Heroes and Contributions Quiz

This person was the Chief of the Maroons and led their people in the fight for freedom against the British.

• Paul Bogle

• Marcus Garvey

• Nanny of the Maroons

• George William Gordon

These two (2) national heroes appear on the $500 note

• Nanny of the Maroons and Samuel Sharpe

• Paul Bogle and George William Gordon

• Norman Manley and Alexander Bustamante

• Samuel Sharpe and Marcus Garvey

This person was a house slave and Bible class leader who organized the Christmas day rebellion of 1831

• Norman Manley

• Marcus Garvey

• Paul Bogle

• Samuel Sharpe

These two heroes are featured on the Jamaican $100 note.

• Alexander Bustamante and Marcus Garvey

• Norman Manley and Alexander Bustamante

• George William Gordon and Paul Bogle

• Nanny of the Maroons and Samuel Sharpe

Known as Jamaica’s first Prime Minister, this person was a strong supporter of workers' rights and Universal Adult Suffrage.

• Norman Washington Manley

• Marcus Garvey

• George William Gordon

• Alexander Bustamante

This person founded Jamaica’s first political party and encouraged Black people to unite, organize, and be proud of their heritage.

• Samuel Sharpe

• Marcus Garvey

• George William Gordon

• Paul Bogle

This person subdivided land, sold it at affordable prices to poor farmers, and helped them sell their crops fairly.

• Norman Washington Manley

• Paul Bogle

• George William Gordon

• Alexander Bustamante

What adjectives would you use to describe Jamaica’s national heroes, and why do you think these words fit them?

Think about someone in your community who you believe is a hero or heroine. Describe this person and explain what actions or qualities make them deserving of this title.