Emergence of the Caribbean Peasantry

<p>Planters' refusal to sell land (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Missionary Movement (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Introduction of the Crown Colony Government (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sugarcane farming (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Advocacy for civil rights and political inclusion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Their struggle to attain equity and independence (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To improve infrastructure and services (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Local needs were often ignored in favor of colonial interests (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dependency on British funding (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Greater involvement in governance (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Improving British oversight of local governance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Tobago became part of Trinidad's governance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An expansion of educational institutions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Barbuda (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Development of local industries (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

After emancipation, former slaves in the Caribbean pursued farming and trading, with the cocoa industry in Trinidad experiencing significant growth between 1870 and 1920.

Freed Africans established self-sufficient communities with cooperatives, churches, and marketplaces. They achieved success in farming, particularly sugarcane, and contributed significantly to sugar production.

There were two main types of farming by freed people: independent subsistence farming for personal needs and cash-crop farming for profit.

Missionaries guided freed people on societal expectations, promoted unity through community gatherings, and encouraged record-keeping of events.

Missionaries emphasized the link between religion and education, focused on teaching Biblical principles, and contributed to educational institutions like the Mico Charity Grant.

Free villages emerged as settlements of freed slaves, evolving into two structures: cyclical villages near plantations and linear villages along main routes.

Land scarcity, diseases, natural disasters, and competition from foreign producers presented significant obstacles for peasant farmers.

Peasants diversified crops, established cooperatives, fostered self-reliance, softened class divisions, and advocated for political inclusion.

Improvements made by the British colonial government in the Caribbean, focusing on infrastructure, services, health, and security.

Improvements in roads, bridges, and drainage systems to enhance transportation and reduce flooding, facilitating trade and travel.

Upgraded postal services for communication and the construction of schools for education and a more skilled workforce.

Despite reforms, the white minority and British officials maintained control, prioritizing colonial interests over local needs. Elected representatives had limited power compared to appointed officials.

Most of the population lacked voting rights due to property and income requirements. They could not hold government positions but were still required to pay taxes.

The emerging middle class, including educated professionals, desired greater involvement in governance and leadership roles.

Criticisms of colonial dependency on Britain, emphasizing the need for local solutions and self-sufficiency.

The joining of various islands and colonies to streamline governance and reduce costs during the 19th century.

These islands were combined in the late 19th century to centralize governance, reflecting the colonial focus on efficiency.

The Cayman Islands and Turks and Caicos Islands were placed under Jamaican administration to simplify governance.