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What is the highest peak in the Jizan region?
What is the highest peak in the Jizan region?
Which of the following crops is NOT produced in Jizan?
Which of the following crops is NOT produced in Jizan?
What geographic feature contributes to the fertile plains of Jizan?
What geographic feature contributes to the fertile plains of Jizan?
What distinguishes Hail's geographical location?
What distinguishes Hail's geographical location?
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Which historical figure is associated with the Tai tribe in Hail, known for his generosity?
Which historical figure is associated with the Tai tribe in Hail, known for his generosity?
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Hail was previously known as which of the following?
Hail was previously known as which of the following?
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Which of the following is NOT a fruit commonly produced in Jizan?
Which of the following is NOT a fruit commonly produced in Jizan?
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What natural feature primarily influences the agricultural richness of the Jizan region?
What natural feature primarily influences the agricultural richness of the Jizan region?
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What elevation is Ta'if located at in the Al-Sarawat mountains?
What elevation is Ta'if located at in the Al-Sarawat mountains?
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What title is Ta'if known by due to its agricultural significance?
What title is Ta'if known by due to its agricultural significance?
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Which tribe dominated Ta'if in the 6th century?
Which tribe dominated Ta'if in the 6th century?
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What is one of the primary economic roles of Dammam?
What is one of the primary economic roles of Dammam?
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Which city is known for being the headquarters of Saudi Aramco?
Which city is known for being the headquarters of Saudi Aramco?
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What type of agriculture is primarily practiced in Dammam?
What type of agriculture is primarily practiced in Dammam?
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What geographical feature distinguishes the climate of Ta'if from its neighboring areas?
What geographical feature distinguishes the climate of Ta'if from its neighboring areas?
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Which transportation feature connects Dhahran to urban centers and Bahrain?
Which transportation feature connects Dhahran to urban centers and Bahrain?
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Study Notes
Jizan
- Jizan is located on the Red Sea in southwest Saudi Arabia
- Ancient name is Almikhlaf Alsulimani
- Consists of fertile plains, forests, and mountains
- Fertile plains created by alluvial deposits from mountains
- Forest region (Alhazoun district) is subject to flooding
- Mountain region is part of the Alsarawat mountain range
- Highest peak in Jizan is Fifa Mountain, at 11,000 feet
- One of the richest agricultural regions in Saudi Arabia
- Known for coffee beans, grain crops (barley, millet, wheat), and fruits (apples, bananas, grapes, lemons, mangoes, oranges, papayas, plums, tamarinds)
- Located on the Red Sea coast for almost 300km, with over 84 islands
Hail
- Capital city of Hail region in northern-west Saudi Arabia
- Approximately 118,232 square kilometers in size
- Population is around 800,000 people
- Located 915 meters above sea level
- Located near the edge of Al-Nawfud desert, 35 km away
- Surrounded by mountains to the east and west, golden sand to the north, and plains to the south
- Believed to have existed before the birth of Jesus
- Ruins of Thamudi, Nabaty, and Habashy civilizations
- Inhabited by Tai tribe before Islam
- Hatim Al-Ta`e, a symbol of generosity, was from the Tai tribe
- Known for its friendly and generous people
- Many ruins and monuments attract travelers and easterners
Ta'if
- City in Makkah Province of Saudi Arabia, located on the slopes of the Al-Sarawat mountains
- Located 1,700 meters above sea level
- Population of 521,273 (2004 census)
- The Saudi Government moves to Ta'if during the summer due to the heat of Riyadh
- Center of an agricultural area known for grapes and honey
- Dominated by the Thaqif tribe in the 6th century
- Located about 90 kilometers southeast of Makkah
- Known for its cooler climate compared to its drier, barren neighbors
- Wheat, vines, and fruit are grown around Ta'if, earning it the title "Garden of the Hijaz"
- A resort of pilgrimage, more pleasantly situated than Makkah
- Had close trade relations with Makkah
- People of Ta'if engaged in agriculture, fruit growing, and trade
Dammam
- Capital of the Eastern Province in Saudi Arabia
- Largest city in the Eastern Province
- Dammam Port is one of the largest on the Arabian Gulf
- Located near King Fahd International Airport (20 km west)
- Surrounded by Khobar (modern economic hub), Dhahran (headquarters of Saudi Aramco), and Qatif (fishing and agricultural town)
- Combined population of Dammam, Khobar, and Dhahran is around 2 million people, with 750,000 in Dammam
- Local sports stadium is Prince Mohamed bin Fahd Stadium
- Located on a tip of land extending into the Arabian Gulf
- Population of 1.2 million with surrounding cities (Khobar, Qatif, Dhahran)
- Center for petroleum, natural gas, and commerce in eastern Saudi Arabia
- Some agriculture, focusing on livestock and dairy products
- Excellent connections with other urban centers of Saudi Arabia by highways
- Linked to Bahrain via a causeway
- Terminus of the railroad to Riyadh
- Shares King Fahd International Airport with surrounding cities
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Explore the geographical features, agricultural wealth, and historical significance of Jizan and Hail in Saudi Arabia. This quiz covers essential details such as landscape, climate, and notable crops found in these regions. Test your knowledge about these fascinating areas!
