Grade 6 Social Studies Quiz

Which group came to Jamaica in 1854 as indentured servants?

• Africans

• East Indians

• Chinese

• Lebanese

Mr. Raj moved from India to Jamaica for work. Mr. Raj is a/an:

• Tourist

• Emigrant

• Immigrant

• Refugee

What was one pull factor that encouraged the Chinese to come to the Caribbean?

• Natural disasters

• War

• Employment opportunities

• Political violence

Which best describes indentureship?

• Free land ownership

• Temporary contract for work

• Slave trading

• Business partnership

The Chinese contributed to the Jamaican economy mainly through:

• Farming only

• Music and dance

• Running shops and businesses

• Plantation labour

Read the passage: "The Chinese indentured servants were promised land and wages, but many found themselves living in crowded housing and working long hours." What can you conclude from the passage?

• Life was better than expected

• Their journey was very short

• Their working conditions were difficult

• They were welcomed and well-paid

Which two countries were the original homes of the East Indians and Chinese?

• India and Japan

• India and China

• Nigeria and China

• Pakistan and Korea

Diwali is celebrated by Hindus and includes lighting lamps.

• True

• False

The East Indians and Chinese brought no new foods to the Caribbean.

• True

• False

Cultural festivals are one way of preserving Caribbean heritage.

• True

• False