Family- The status of women in the Caribbean is lower to the status of men. Many women of low economic status have less social mobility and therefore have to settle for lower paying jobs as women of this culture often experience much oppression. Women are expected to take care of day to day domestic life, maintenance, and caretaking of children. The role of the father is the head of house which protects the family, provides social and economical stability and disciplines the kids. The men generally have do little to nothing for day-to-day childcare as they think it is a women job.
Language- The Caribbean is a very diverse region therefore making it possess many different languages and dialects. The six main languages are Spanish, French, English, Dutch, Haitian Creole, and Papiamento. Since the Caribbean is made up of different island countries they all have different literacy rates with the highest being Cuba, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Grenada. The country with the lowest literacy rate is Haiti.
Movement- In 2007, the Caribbean emigration rate was four times higher than Latin America’s overall emigration rate.Over half of total Caribbean migrants to the US, Europe, and Canada are women. The earliest evidence of human occupation of the Caribbean, which dates to 5500 BC, comes from the Banwari Trace site in southwestern Trinidad.
Transportation- In this region to move from island to island people either use boats or planes. In the larger islands like Cuba a more sophisticated infrastructure is established but in smaller islands the roads may be less developed or organized. On land the people go by foot, by an automobile or by bike.
Beliefs- The dominant religion in this region is Catholicism which was brought over when Europeans came to the Caribbean. They brought their own religions: The Spanish and French were devout Roman Catholics, while the British were Protestants. Since the caribbean is made up of so many different cultures each person's values and views differ.
Food- The ingredients most commonly found among the islands in this region are rice, plantains, beans, cassava, cilantro (coriander), bell peppers, chickpeas, tomatoes, sweet ]potatoes, coconut, and any of various meats that are locally available like beef, poultry, pork or fish. Steak, chicken, and seafood served in the Caribbean are cooked with distinct spices and ingredients found in the region. Well known Caribbean cuisine includes key lime pie, barbecued ribs served with guava sauce, chicken kabobs, jerk chicken, and coconut shrimp.
Traditions and Customs- Carnival in the Caribbean are a tradition and custom many of the islands take part in. Caribbeans have a spirit that would never miss an occasion to celebrate and have fun. In the Caribbean carnivals happen all year round. The biggest and most well known carnival in the Caribbean is located in Trinidad and Tobago. It includes calypso music, bright colors, feathered costumes, and joyful atmosphere.
Art and Recreation- Since the Caribbean is a bunch of islands, a lot of recreation activities include the beach/ocean. Some activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, sailing, and deep sea fishing.
Language- The Caribbean is a very diverse region therefore making it possess many different languages and dialects. The six main languages are Spanish, French, English, Dutch, Haitian Creole, and Papiamento. Since the Caribbean is made up of different island countries they all have different literacy rates with the highest being Cuba, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, St. Kitts and Nevis, and Grenada. The country with the lowest literacy rate is Haiti.
Movement- In 2007, the Caribbean emigration rate was four times higher than Latin America’s overall emigration rate.Over half of total Caribbean migrants to the US, Europe, and Canada are women. The earliest evidence of human occupation of the Caribbean, which dates to 5500 BC, comes from the Banwari Trace site in southwestern Trinidad.
Transportation- In this region to move from island to island people either use boats or planes. In the larger islands like Cuba a more sophisticated infrastructure is established but in smaller islands the roads may be less developed or organized. On land the people go by foot, by an automobile or by bike.
Beliefs- The dominant religion in this region is Catholicism which was brought over when Europeans came to the Caribbean. They brought their own religions: The Spanish and French were devout Roman Catholics, while the British were Protestants. Since the caribbean is made up of so many different cultures each person's values and views differ.
Food- The ingredients most commonly found among the islands in this region are rice, plantains, beans, cassava, cilantro (coriander), bell peppers, chickpeas, tomatoes, sweet ]potatoes, coconut, and any of various meats that are locally available like beef, poultry, pork or fish. Steak, chicken, and seafood served in the Caribbean are cooked with distinct spices and ingredients found in the region. Well known Caribbean cuisine includes key lime pie, barbecued ribs served with guava sauce, chicken kabobs, jerk chicken, and coconut shrimp.
Traditions and Customs- Carnival in the Caribbean are a tradition and custom many of the islands take part in. Caribbeans have a spirit that would never miss an occasion to celebrate and have fun. In the Caribbean carnivals happen all year round. The biggest and most well known carnival in the Caribbean is located in Trinidad and Tobago. It includes calypso music, bright colors, feathered costumes, and joyful atmosphere.
Art and Recreation- Since the Caribbean is a bunch of islands, a lot of recreation activities include the beach/ocean. Some activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, sailing, and deep sea fishing.