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Who led the New Jewel Movement (NJM) in Grenada?
Who led the New Jewel Movement (NJM) in Grenada?
- Sir Eric Gairy
- Maurice Bishop (correct)
- Herbert Blaize
- Eric Gairy
What event took place on March 13, 1979, in Grenada?
What event took place on March 13, 1979, in Grenada?
- The government was overthrown in a bloodless coup (correct)
- The NJM gained popularity
- The U.S. military invaded
- Independence was achieved
Why did the U.S. intervene in Grenada in 1983?
Why did the U.S. intervene in Grenada in 1983?
- To align with Cuba and the Soviet Union
- To promote the execution of Prime Minister Maurice Bishop
- To restore order and democracy (correct)
- To support the PRG government
Who became the Prime Minister of Grenada after the U.S. invasion?
Who became the Prime Minister of Grenada after the U.S. invasion?
When did Grenada achieve independence?
When did Grenada achieve independence?
What marked the end of British colonial rule in Grenada?
What marked the end of British colonial rule in Grenada?
Who were the major colonial powers in Grenada during its colonial periods?
Who were the major colonial powers in Grenada during its colonial periods?
What significant event in 1763 led to Britain acquiring Grenada from the French?
What significant event in 1763 led to Britain acquiring Grenada from the French?
How did the emancipation of slaves in 1834 impact Grenada?
How did the emancipation of slaves in 1834 impact Grenada?
Which political leader advocated for independence in Grenada and became the Chief Minister in 1967?
Which political leader advocated for independence in Grenada and became the Chief Minister in 1967?
What was the role of Eric Gairy in the push for independence in Grenada?
What was the role of Eric Gairy in the push for independence in Grenada?
In what century did Grenada gain its independence from British colonial rule?
In what century did Grenada gain its independence from British colonial rule?
