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Quiz about The History of Mauritius and Rodrigues

The History of Mauritius and Rodrigues Quiz

A quiz on one of the most beautiful island-nations in the world. Mauritius and Rodrigues are located in the Indian Ocean and have their own unique culture and traditions ... Find out more.

A multiple-choice quiz by peelusrinivasan. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
peelusrinivasan

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
191,893

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Tough

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
978

Last 3 plays: Guest 102 (6/10), raffucci (0/10), Guest 102 (7/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. Who visited Mauritius in the 10th century AD? Hint

The Arabs

The British

The Greeks

The Chinese

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Question 2 of 10

2. In which year was the island discovered by the Portuguese? Hint

1511

1510

1512

1514

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Question 3 of 10

3. The Dutch were the first settlers on the island.

True

False

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Question 4 of 10

4. What name did navigator Pedro de Mascarena give to the island? Hint

The Swan Island

The Sugar Island

The Dodo Island

The Deer Island

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Question 5 of 10

5. The name Mauritius comes from the name of a prince.

True

False

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Question 6 of 10

6. For how long did French rule of Mauritius last? Hint

100 years from 1715-1815

The French never ruled Mauritius

90 years from 1690-1780

95 years from 1715-1810

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Question 7 of 10

7. Which French Governor-General of Mauritius from 1735 onwards was responsible for the construction of the first sugar factory in Mauritius and the naming of Port Louis as the capital? Hint

Jacques des Champs

David Grenier

Pierre Belmont

Mahe de la Bourdonnais

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Question 8 of 10

8. In which Indian Ocean naval battle did the French defeat the British? Hint

The Battle of Domaine les Pailles

The Battle of Pamplemousse

The Battle of Vieux Grand Port

The Battle of St.James

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Question 9 of 10

9. Under which General's leadership did the British finally defeat the French? Hint

General Williamson

General Robertson

General Hogan

General Abercombie

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Question 10 of 10

10. Under whose leadership did Mauritius gain independence in 1968? Hint

Princess Margaret

General Albion

Lord David Peterson

Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who visited Mauritius in the 10th century AD?

Answer: The Arabs

The Arabs arrived long before the Portuguese and the Dutch. They named the island Dina Robin.

2. In which year was the island discovered by the Portuguese?

Answer: 1510

The Portuguese did not settle on the island though.

3. The Dutch were the first settlers on the island.

Answer: True

It is said that the Dutch brought about the extinction of the dodo, the symbolic bird of Mauritius. However they introduced sugar cane and the Java deer to the island. The Dutch left in 1712.

4. What name did navigator Pedro de Mascarena give to the island?

Answer: The Swan Island

For the Portuguese the island was a good source of fresh water and food.

5. The name Mauritius comes from the name of a prince.

Answer: True

Indeed. The Dutch gave the island this name. It was derived from the name of Prince Maurice de Nassau.

6. For how long did French rule of Mauritius last?

Answer: 95 years from 1715-1810

The French occupied the island for 95 years from 1715-1810 and named it Ile de France.

7. Which French Governor-General of Mauritius from 1735 onwards was responsible for the construction of the first sugar factory in Mauritius and the naming of Port Louis as the capital?

Answer: Mahe de la Bourdonnais

Incidentally the famous square in Port Louis, which is now of great interest to tourists is named after the General. Under his governorship Port Louis became a port of considerable significance in the Indian Ocean.

8. In which Indian Ocean naval battle did the French defeat the British?

Answer: The Battle of Vieux Grand Port

This was the one and only victory of the of Napoleon's navy in the world and contrasts sharply with the accomplishments of his army.

9. Under which General's leadership did the British finally defeat the French?

Answer: General Abercombie

This was in 1810, only 6 months after the Battle of Vieux Grand Port.

10. Under whose leadership did Mauritius gain independence in 1968?

Answer: Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam

Under the leadership of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Mauritius gained independence on the 12th of March 1968 and exactly 24 years later it was proclaimed a republic.

Source: Author peelusrinivasan

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