Exploring The Gambia: History and Culture

What is the capital city of The Gambia?

• Dakar

• Banjul

• Freetown

• Conakry

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The Gambia is surrounded by which country on three sides?

• Guinea-Bissau

• Mali

• Senegal

• Sierra Leone

Which European country colonized The Gambia?

• France

• Portugal

• Spain

• Britain

In what year did The Gambia gain independence from British colonial rule?

• 1957

• 1965

• 1971

• 1980

The village of Busan in The Gambia is primarily known for its connection to which cultural tradition?

• Fishing and maritime heritage

• Traditional wrestling ceremonies

• Local craftsmanship and weaving

• Large-scale farming of cocoa

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Which river runs through The Gambia and is very important to the country's economy and daily life?

• Niger River

• Congo River

• Gambia River

• Volta River

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What is the main agricultural export crop of The Gambia?

• Coffee

• Groundnuts (peanuts)

• Cotton

• Sugar cane

Which long-serving leader ruled The Gambia as a dictator from 1994 until 2017?

• Dawda Jawara

• Adama Barrow

• Yahya Jammeh

• Ousainou Darboe

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How did Yahya Jammeh come to power in The Gambia in 1994?

• Through a democratic election

• Through a military coup

• By being appointed by the British government

• Through a peaceful protest movement

Who became the President of The Gambia after Yahya Jammeh was removed from power in 2017?

• Dawda Jawara

• Ousainou Darboe

• Adama Barrow

• Fatoumata Jallow