13 Questions
Which continent is Africa second only to in terms of land area and population?
Asia
Which region of Africa is geologically similar to southern Europe and has a climate and scenery resembling that of Greece, Spain, or southern Italy?
North Africa
What physical feature has acted as a formidable barrier between North Africa and the rest of the continent?
The Sahara Desert
Which sector of the local economy has been stimulated by the growth of tourism in the Maghreb countries?
Handicrafts
What is the main problem facing the Maghreb countries?
Demographic time bomb
What has contributed to the rise of Islamic fundamentalism in Algeria and the 'Arab Spring' democratic movement?
Poverty and unemployment
Which region of Africa has developed a significant tourism industry based on beach holidays and inclusive tours for the north European market?
North Africa
Which countries in North Africa have formed an important part of the Muslim world since their conquest by Arabs in the eighth century AD?
Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, and Libya
Which physical feature of North Africa is known for its snowfalls during the winter months?
Atlas Mountains
Which language is the official language of all four North African countries?
Arabic
What are the traditional handicrafts that are important in the local economy of the Maghreb countries?
Leather, metalwork, and pottery
What is the main problem facing the Maghreb countries?
The 'demographic time bomb' causing acute pressure on land and water resources
What has contributed to the rise of Islamic fundamentalism in Algeria and the 'Arab Spring' democratic movement?
The situation of poverty, illiteracy, and unemployment in the Maghreb countries
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