Carrivwan First Week Flashcards

(31 cards)

1
Q

What is the Caribbean known for in the realm of sports?

A

The Caribbean is known for its success in various sports, particularly cricket, athletics, and baseball.

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True or False: The Caribbean has produced several world-class athletes.

A

True

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3
Q

Fill in the blank: The most popular sport in the Caribbean is ______.

A

cricket

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4
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Which Caribbean country is famous for its dominance in sprinting events?

A

Jamaica

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5
Q

What is the significance of the West Indies cricket team?

A

The West Indies cricket team has a rich history and is known for its achievements in international cricket.

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6
Q

Name a famous Caribbean athlete who has excelled in athletics.

A

Usain Bolt

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7
Q

What sport is Puerto Rico particularly known for?

A

Baseball

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8
Q

True or False: The Caribbean has never hosted the Olympics.

A

True

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9
Q

Which sport combines elements of cricket and baseball?

A

Softball

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10
Q

Name one Caribbean country that has won a gold medal in the Olympics.

A

Jamaica

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11
Q

Which sport is associated with the Caribbean island of Cuba?

A

Boxing

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12
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Fill in the blank: The Caribbean has a strong tradition in ______ sports.

A

water

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13
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What is the name of the annual cricket tournament featuring Caribbean teams?

A

Caribbean Premier League (CPL)

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14
Q

Which Caribbean nation has produced multiple Olympic medalists in track and field?

A

Jamaica

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15
Q

True or False: The Caribbean islands are known for their strong soccer teams.

A

False

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16
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What is the primary sport played in the Dominican Republic?

17
Q

Name a famous Caribbean baseball player.

18
Q

What type of racing is popular in Trinidad and Tobago?

19
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Fill in the blank: The Caribbean often participates in the ______ Games.

20
Q

Which sport involves the use of a ball and is popular in many Caribbean schools?

A

Football (Soccer)

21
Q

What is the role of cricket in Caribbean culture?

A

Cricket is a major part of social life and national pride in many Caribbean countries.

22
Q

Name a major international event that showcases Caribbean athletics.

A

IAAF World Championships

23
Q

True or False: The Caribbean is a leading region in the sport of swimming.

24
Q

Which Caribbean island is known for its sailing and yachting events?

25
What is the significance of the Caribbean in the world of boxing?
The Caribbean has produced many world champions and has a rich boxing tradition.
26
Fill in the blank: The Caribbean often excels in ______ events during the Olympics.
sprinting
27
Which sport is enjoyed during Carnival celebrations in the Caribbean?
Cricket
28
What is the primary governing body for cricket in the Caribbean?
West Indies Cricket Board
29
True or False: The Caribbean has a significant influence on global sports culture.
True
30
Name a traditional Caribbean sport that involves a bat and ball.
Cricket
31
What is the typical age for children to start playing organized sports in the Caribbean?
Around 6 to 8 years old