The Bronx is named after Jonas Bronck who created the first settlement as part of the New Netherland colony in 1639. The native Lenape were displaced after 1643 by settlers. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the Bronx received many immigrant groups as it was transformed into an urban community, first from various European countries (particularly Ireland, Germany and Italy) and later from the Caribbean region (particularly Puerto Rico, Jamaica and the Dominican Republic), as well as African American migrants from the American South. This cultural mix has made the Bronx a wellspring of both Latin music and hip hop. COUNT 5
QSN1 Who is the Bronx named for? ANS1 Jonas Bronck QSN2 What did Bronck do? ANS2 created the first settlement as part of the New Netherland colony QSN3 When did Bronck settle in the New York area? ANS3 1639 QSN4 What native tribe lived in the New York area? ANS4 Lenape QSN5 What types of music the Bronx famous for? ANS5 Latin music and hip hop