Independence Day Quiz

How much did Abaco contribute to the treasury annually, according to AIM?

• 1 million dollars

• 2 million dollars

• 3 million dollars

• 4 million dollars

What symbol of British colonialism was lowered for the last time on July 9th, 1973?

• The Union Jack

• The Royal Crown

• The British Anthem

• The Queen's Portrait

Who were the leaders defeated in their attempts to win their Abaco constituencies?

• Pindling and Ingraham

• Watkins and Thompson

• Smith and Johnson

• Davis and Christie

What was the main reason the Abaco Independence Movement failed?

• Lack of international support

• Lack of local support

• Economic downturn

• Political corruption

What event did Pindling attend in London with confidence?

• A royal banquet

• A trade conference

• A discussion on independence

• A cultural festival

What was the main reason the FNM opposed independence?

• Economic instability

• Lack of international support

• Belief that The Bahamas was not ready

• Disagreements over leadership

Which party was closely associated with communism?

• PLP

• FNM

• Vanguard Nationalist Socialist Party

• BDP

What did the FNM's 1992 manifesto call for?

• Increased taxation

• Privatisation and transparency

• Military expansion

• Educational reform

Which new parties were formed by the 2002 elections?

• Democratic Party

• Coalition for Democratic Reform and Bahamas Democratic Movement

• Progressive Party

• National Reform Party

What did the voters choose in the 2002 elections?

• New political parties

• Reinstating the PLP

• Abolishing the two-party system

• Supporting the FNM