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Geography · True or False?

Jamaica is an American territory

The answer is False.

Explanation

It is a sovereign nation that gained independence from the United Kingdom on August 6, 1962. While it is located in the Caribbean and considered part of the North American continent, it is politically and legally distinct from the United States. As of 2026, it remains a member of the Commonwealth and still recognizes the British monarch as its head of state, though plans to become a republic have been announced.

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