Commewijne city quiz
1. What year was Nieuw Amsterdam founded?
(Answer: 1734) .
2. What ethnic groups are predominantly found in Commewijne?
(Answer: Afro-Surinamese, Amerindians, Dutch, Javanese) .
3. Which plantation in Commewijne is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?.
(Answer: Fort Zeelandia) .
4. What is the significance of the Maroon communities in Commewijne's history and culture?
(Answer: Escaped slaves who formed independent communities with rich cultural traditions).
5. What is the name of the annual festival celebrating Maroon culture Commewijne?
(Answer: Matsuri)
6. What river forms the eastern border of Commewijne?
(Answer: Commewijne River)
7. What type of landscape dominates the district?
(Answer: Lowlands with tropical rainforests, swamps, and agricultural fields)
8. What are the main agricultural products grown in Commewijne?..
(Answer: Rice, bananas, citrus fruits, vegetables) ..
9. What is the name of the international airport located in Commewijne?.
(Answer: Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport).
10. What traditional handicraft is produced in Commewijne?
(Answer: Woodcarving)
Type by Jyotishna Hazarika
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