What are Maroon societies and how do they provide a strong reflection of African roots in the Caribbean today?

What will be an ideal response?


Former slaves who escaped their captors established communities free from colonial rule, utilizing cultural traditions from their African homeland. These societies were generally located far off the beaten path (hence our modern day use of the term "marooned"). These societies provided a means to protect African culture in the Caribbean.

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A) Islamic cities. B) West European cities. C) East European cities. D) cities designed by Le Corbusier. E) Postmodern cities.

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At which point during the year can we have 24 hours of daylight and 1 day of 24 of darkness in the northern hemisphere?

A) Arctic Circle B) North Pole C) Antarctic Circle D) Tropic of Capricorn

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In a warmer world, higher latitudes would have a __________ growing season

a. shorter b. longer

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