The History of Mauritius and Rodrigues

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1. Who visited Mauritius in the 10th century AD? The Arabs The British The Greeks The Chinese

2. In which year was the island discovered by the Portuguese? 1510 1512 1511 1514

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

4. What name did navigator Pedro de Mascarena give to the island? The Dodo Island The Swan Island The Sugar Island The Deer Island

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

6. For how long did French rule of Mauritius last? 100 years from 1715-1815 95 years from 1715-1810 90 years from 1690-1780 The French never ruled Mauritius

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? Mahe de la Bourdonnais Pierre Belmont Jacques des Champs David Grenier

8. In which Indian Ocean naval battle did the French defeat the British? The Battle of Pamplemousse The Battle of Vieux Grand Port The Battle of St.James The Battle of Domaine les Pailles

9. Under which General's leadership did the British finally defeat the French? General Williamson General Abercombie General Hogan General Robertson

10. Under whose leadership did Mauritius gain independence in 1968? Princess Margaret General Albion Lord David Peterson Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam