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What is the national dish of The Bahamas?
Cracked conch and peas 'n' rice
Which festival is celebrated in The Bahamas on Boxing Day and New Year’s Day?
Junkanoo
Who was the first Bahamian Prime Minister after Independence?
Lynden Pindling
Name the national symbols: flower, bird, and tree.
Yellow Elder (flower), Flamingo (bird), Lignum Vitae (tree)
What year did The Bahamas become independent?
1973
Which island is known as “The Gateway to The Bahamas”?
Bimini
Which traditional Bahamian boat is used in regattas?
Sloop
What is the main purpose of the Bahamas National Trust?
To protect the environment and national parks
What do the three stripes on the Bahamian flag represent?
Black – strength of the people; Aquamarine – the sea; Gold – the sun
What is the name of the oldest college in The Bahamas?
The University of The Bahamas (formerly COB)
Which three major industries support The Bahamas' economy?
Tourism, Banking/Finance, and Fisheries
What is the significance of Emancipation Day in The Bahamas?
It marks the end of slavery in the British colonies, celebrated on the first Monday in August.
