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  • Who was the first Bahamian Prime Minister after Independence?
    Lynden Pindling
  • 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.
  • 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
  • Which island is known as “The Gateway to The Bahamas”?
    Bimini
  • What is the main purpose of the Bahamas National Trust?
    To protect the environment and national parks
  • Which traditional Bahamian boat is used in regattas?
    Sloop
  • What year did The Bahamas become independent?
    1973
  • What do the three stripes on the Bahamian flag represent?
    Black – strength of the people; Aquamarine – the sea; Gold – the sun
  • Name the national symbols: flower, bird, and tree.
    Yellow Elder (flower), Flamingo (bird), Lignum Vitae (tree)
  • 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