Montserrat Quiz Part 2: The Emerald Isle of the Caribbean

How well do you know Montserrat? Part 2

Test your knowledge of Montserrat with these 10 new questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. Why is Montserrat often called the "Emerald Isle of the Caribbean"?

  • (A) Because of its large emerald deposits.
  • (B) Due to its historical connection to Ireland and lush green landscape.
  • (C) It's a reference to a famous poem.
  • (D) The shape of the island resembles a shamrock.

• 2. What is the national dish of Montserrat?

  • (A) Goat Water
  • (B) Fish and Fungi
  • (C) Roti
  • (D) Pepperpot

• 3. What is the currency of Montserrat?

  • (A) US Dollar
  • (B) Eastern Caribbean Dollar
  • (C) British Pound
  • (D) Euro

• 4. The Soufrière Hills volcano eruption in 1995 had what major impact on the island?

  • (A) It created a new beach.
  • (B) It rendered the southern half of the island, including the capital Plymouth, uninhabitable.
  • (C) It had no significant impact.
  • (D) It boosted tourism.

• 5. Montserrat is the only country outside of Ireland where what day is a public holiday?

  • (A) St. Patrick's Day
  • (B) Bloomsday
  • (C) Halloween
  • (D) Boxing Day

• 6. What is the main industry in Montserrat today?

  • (A) Agriculture
  • (B) Government services and construction
  • (C) Tourism
  • (D) Financial services

• 7. What is the name of the former capital city, now buried by volcanic flows?

  • (A) St. John's
  • (B) Plymouth
  • (C) Brades
  • (D) Little Bay

• 8. What is a traditional music genre of Montserrat?

  • (A) Calypso and Soca
  • (B) Reggae
  • (C) Zouk
  • (D) Merengue

• 9. What is the official language of Montserrat?

  • (A) English
  • (B) French
  • (C) Spanish
  • (D) Irish Gaelic

• 10. Montserrat is an overseas territory of which country?

  • (A) The United States
  • (B) The United Kingdom
  • (C) France
  • (D) Ireland