Islamic Geography
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Geographical questions about Islamic countires, their people, and locations of importance. My definition of an Islamic nation is one where over 50% of the poulation observe Islam, regardless of sect.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which of the following is the largest Islamic nation by population?
- A.
Iran
- B.
Egypt
- C.
Pakistan
- D.
Indonesia
Correct Answer
D. Indonesia -
- 2.
The Islamic holy site of Mecca is located on the coast of which water body?
- A.
Red Sea
- B.
Persian Gulf
- C.
Gulf of Aqaba
- D.
Not on a coastline
Correct Answer
D. Not on a coastline -
- 3.
Which Islamic nation hosts the city of Tripoli, with its capital at Beirut?
- A.
Libya
- B.
Tunisia
- C.
Lebanon
- D.
Algeria
Correct Answer
C. Lebanon -
- 4.
Which of the following Islamic nations, lies partly in Europe?
- A.
Morocco
- B.
Turkey
- C.
Israel
- D.
Tunisia
Correct Answer
B. Turkey -
- 5.
What is the largest city, by population, in the Islamic world?
- A.
Jakarta
- B.
Cairo
- C.
Karachi
- D.
Istanbul
Correct Answer
C. Karachi -
- 6.
What is the largest Islamic country by land area?
- A.
Kazakhstan
- B.
Algeria
- C.
Saudi Arabia
- D.
Sudan
Correct Answer
A. Kazakhstan -
- 7.
Which Islamic nation was just recently given French support in its civil war?
- A.
Libya
- B.
Syria
- C.
Afghanistan
- D.
Mali
Correct Answer
D. Mali -
- 8.
How many Islamic countries have Shia sect majorities?
- A.
10
- B.
6
- C.
4
- D.
2
Correct Answer
C. 4Explanation
Lebanon, Iraq, Iran, and Azerbaijan.Rate this question:
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- 9.
How many Islamic countries have Ibaditen sect majorities?
- A.
2
- B.
1
- C.
5
- D.
3
Correct Answer
B. 1Explanation
Oman.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which Islamic capital city lies on the Caspian Sea?
- A.
Tehran
- B.
Ashgabat
- C.
Baku
- D.
Astana
Correct Answer
C. Baku -
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