The 2017 hurricane season has uncovered Caribbean islands in the Western Hemisphere that many Americans may not have had any idea existed. Yes, these islands have been a part of this hemisphere for centuries, yet Barbuda, the British Virgin Island, St. Maarten (Dutch colony), St. Martin (French colony), Anguilla, St. Barts, etc. have only become new discoveries for those who have never taken the time to learn about other people and places outside of the United States of America. Yet, it is also ironic that even weather personalities that we would expect to have knowledge about these islands do not know at least how to pronounce the names correctly as is the case when the Chief Meteorologist for ABC News and others mispronounce the name "Dominica". It is unfortunate that only because of the severe damages to these islands that they have now been placed on the "map" to those whose geography knowledge is limited.
How To Pronounce "Dominica"
Young Americans Shaky on Geographic Smarts
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