Middle Eastern Geography Overview
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Middle Eastern Geography Overview

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What does the name Cheekha Dar translate to in English?

  • Green Tent
  • Black Tent (correct)
  • Black Mountain
  • High Peak

    • In which region is Cheekha Dar located?

  • Kurdistan Region of Iraq (correct)
  • Syrian Desert
  • Turkey
  • Iran

    • What is currently thought to be the highest mountain in Iraq?

  • Mount Ararat
  • Cheekha Dar (correct)
  • Mount Everest
  • Zagros Mountains

    • Which of the following statements is true about Cheekha Dar?

    <p>It is located in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the local Kurdish name for Cheekha Dar?

    <p>It reflects the local culture and language.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of the Arabian Desert features a more sandy region and scrub vegetation?

    <p>Al-Dibdibah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the elevation of the Western Desert in the Arabian Desert?

    <p>Above 1,600 feet (490 meters)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landmark is NOT found in Baghdad?

    <p>Umayyad Mosque</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Al Mutanabbi known for in Baghdad?

    <p>A popular street with bookshops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which landmark in Mosul is a Christian monastery from the 4th century BC?

    <p>Mar Motti monastery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is located 66 km northeast of Tehran?

    <p>Amol City</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the name of the permanent salt lake mentioned in the content?

    <p>Lake Urmia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not a city mentioned in the content?

    <p>Tabriz</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mountain can be seen from Tehran on a clear day?

    <p>Mt Damavand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the names of the two salt deserts mentioned?

    <p>Dasht-e Lut and Dasht-e Kavir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a prominent feature of Hegra that contributes to its recognizability?

    <p>Monumental rock-cut tombs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which region of Saudi Arabia is Hegra located?

    <p>Near Al Ula</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of the desert at Hegra enhances the view of its tombs?

    <p>The majestic landscape of the desert</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the architecture of the tombs at Hegra?

    <p>Elaborate rock-cut formations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the tombs at Hegra considered significant in Saudi Arabia?

    <p>They are a unique example of rock-cut architecture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant site is located just west of Riyadh?

    <p>Jebel Fihrayn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What cultural elements are associated with Al Balad in Jeddah?

    <p>Exotic spices and the call to prayer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many mausoleums are mentioned as enigmatic in the content?

    <p>131</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is noted for having a historic quarter often called Al Balad?

    <p>Jeddah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the landmarks that recall the ancient ruins of Petra?

    <p>Edge of the World</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Iran

    • The Alborz range is located in the middle of the Alborz range.
    • It is near the southern coast of the Caspian Sea, in Amol City, Mazandaran State.
    • It is 66 km (41 mi) northeast of the city of Tehran
    • Lake Urmia is a permanent salt lake
    • The Dasht-e Kavir (Great Salt Desert) and the Dasht-e Lut are salt deserts
    • Tehran is the capital city of Iran
      • Golestan Palace is a palace
      • The National Jewelry Museum is a museum
      • Azadi Tower is a tower
      • Milad Tower is a tower
      • Tabiat Bridge is a bridge
      • Mt Damavand can be seen on a clear day from Tehran

    Iraq

    • Mashhad is the second largest city in Iran
    • Cheekha Dar (Black Tent) is the local Kurdish name for a mountain in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.
    • It is thought to be the highest mountain in Iraq.

    Saudi Arabia

    • Hegra is a site with 131 rock-cut tombs
    • It is located near Al Ula in the heart of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia
    • The tombs are in the desert
    • They resemble the ancient ruins of Petra
    • The Edge of the World (Jebel Fihrayn) is located just west of the capital Riyadh
    • Al Balad, Jeddah is a historic quarter, often called Al Balad
    • It is marked by the scent of exotic spices and the beautiful cries of the call to prayer.

    Baghdad

    • Freedom Monument is a monument
    • Martyr’s Memorial (Al-Shaheed Monument) is a monument
    • Al Mutanabbi is Baghdad’s most popular street, home to many ancient bookshops and a century-old café, Shabandar
    • Tahrir Square is a square
    • Al Rasheed Street is the main market street
    • Al-Mustansiriya Madrasa is a madrasa
    • The banks of Tigris are on the Tigris River

    Mosul

    • Mar Motti monastery is a 4th century BC Christian monastery

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    This quiz covers essential geographical features, cities, and landmarks of Iran, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia. Test your knowledge on notable sites like Lake Urmia, the Alborz range, and Hegra. Explore the rich natural and historical context of these regions.

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