Untangled

A vibrant and colorful representation of Afro-Trinidadian culture, featuring natural hair care products alongside traditional hairstyles and cultural symbols, set against a lush tropical background.

Untangled: Discover Your Roots

Welcome to the "Untangled" quiz, where you can explore the rich history and cultural significance of Afro-Trinidadian hair care. Test your knowledge about local brands, historical practices, and the heritage behind natural hair in Trinidad.

Discover the origins of hair care traditions
Learn about local brands
Understand the social history of Afro-Trinidadian women

6 Questions2 MinutesCreated by CaringRoots351

Choose the locally-owned (Trinidadian) natural hair care brand.

Milrose Organics

Shea Moisture

Aunt Jackie's

As I Am

What was the derogatory term used to refer to Afro-Trinidadian women when their hair was natural?

'Soft Hair'

'Picky Head'

'Sandy Hair'

'Rough Head'

What did Afro-Trinidadian women use in their hair BEFORE the emergence of the now available products?

Kersoene

Butter

Coconut Oil

Lard

The first thing slave traders did to the enslaved Africans upon arrival to Trinidad was?

Style their hair

Shave their hair

Give them food

Speak to them

In 15th Century Africa, hairstyles were used to indicate one's?

Fate

Sense of style

Marital status

Mother's occupation

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