Jordan's History Flashcards
What year did Jordan gain independence from British mandate?
1946
Who was the first king of Jordan?
King Abdullah I
What is the capital city of Jordan?
Amman
What is the official language of Jordan?
Arabic
True or False: Jordan is a constitutional monarchy.
True
Which event in 1967 significantly impacted Jordan’s history?
Six-Day War
What is the currency used in Jordan?
Jordanian Dinar
Who is the current monarch of Jordan?
King Abdullah II
Which desert covers much of Jordan’s landscape?
Wadi Rum Desert
What is the highest point in Jordan?
Jabal Umm ad Dami
When did Jordan sign a peace treaty with Israel?
1994
What is the population of Jordan?
Approximately 10 million
Which river forms part of Jordan’s western border?
Jordan River
What is the main religion in Jordan?
Islam
Which archaeological site in Jordan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Petra
What is the Jordanian dish made of minced meat and bulgur?
Kibbeh
Who was the first female prime minister of Jordan?
Majali
What is the climate like in Jordan?
Mostly arid desert climate
What is the literacy rate in Jordan?
Approximately 98%
Which country does not share a border with Jordan?
Turkey
What is the Jordanian national dish?
Mansaf
What is the meaning of the name ‘Jordan’?
Descendant of the river
Which ancient city in Jordan was once the capital of the Nabatean kingdom?
Petra
What is the Jordanian traditional headdress for men called?
Keffiyeh
