JAMAICA'S NEW GOVERNOR

JAMAICA'S NEW GOVERNOR

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The video introduces Sir Kenneth Blackburn as the new Governor of Jamaica, succeeding Sir Hugh Foot. Sir Kenneth, familiar with the Caribbean, previously served as Governor of the Lourdes Islands. During his oath-taking ceremony, he highlighted Jamaica's internal self-government and expressed his pleasure in being part of the West Indian Federation. Post-ceremony, he met with prominent Jamaican figures to work towards the island's prosperity. The video concludes with a call to action to visit a website.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is Sir Kenneth Blackburn succeeding as Governor?

Sir Hugh Foot

Sir Edward Green

Sir John Smith

Sir William Brown

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What previous position did Sir Kenneth Blackburn hold in the Caribbean?

Governor of the Lourdes Islands

Governor of Barbados

Governor of Jamaica

Governor of Trinidad

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Sir Kenneth Blackburn take his oath of office?

Governor's Mansion

Queen's Hall

Parliament House

King's House

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event in the West Indies did Sir Kenneth express pleasure in being associated with?

The birth of the West Indian Federation

The Caribbean Union

The independence of Jamaica

The formation of the Caribbean Community

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Sir Kenneth Blackburn meet after the swearing-in ceremony?

Prominent Jamaican personalities

Local business leaders

International diplomats

Caribbean governors