Algeria Quiz Part 2: Casbahs, Raï Music, and Roman Ruins

How well do you know Algeria?

Test your knowledge of Algeria with these 10 questions. Choose the best answer for each question and see your score at the end!

• 1. The Casbah of Algiers, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is known for being what?

  • (A) A modern shopping district
  • (B) The traditional citadel and medina (old city) of Algiers
  • (C) A large public park
  • (D) A sports stadium

• 2. What is a significant cultural norm when accepting hospitality, like a cup of mint tea, in Algeria?

  • (A) Refusing the first offer is polite
  • (B) Drinking it as quickly as possible
  • (C) It is polite to accept, as refusal can be seen as an insult
  • (D) Asking for coffee instead

• 3. Algeria was a colony of which European country for over 130 years, influencing its language and culture?

  • (A) Spain
  • (B) Italy
  • (C) Great Britain
  • (D) France

• 4. What is "Raï" music, which originated in the Algerian city of Oran?

  • (A) A form of classical opera
  • (B) A folk music genre blending traditional Bedouin music with Western influences
  • (C) A type of religious chant
  • (D) A military marching band style

• 5. What role does the family play in Algerian society?

  • (A) It is loosely structured with little importance
  • (B) The nuclear family is the only important unit
  • (C) The extended family is the central and most important social unit
  • (D) Individualism is prioritized over family

• 6. The ancient Roman ruins of Timgad and Djémila are located in which country?

  • (A) Greece
  • (B) Egypt
  • (C) Algeria
  • (D) Turkey

• 7. What is a "Haik," a traditional piece of Algerian women's clothing?

  • (A) A colorful dress
  • (B) A long white veil or cloth that covers the entire body
  • (C) A type of sandal
  • (D) A decorative hat

• 8. What is a common feature of Algerian business etiquette?

  • (A) Rushing directly to the main point of business
  • (B) Building a personal relationship before discussing business is important
  • (C) Strict punctuality is always expected
  • (D) Using aggressive negotiation tactics

• 9. What is the main religion practiced in Algeria?

  • (A) Christianity
  • (B) Judaism
  • (C) Islam
  • (D) Hinduism

• 10. The Hoggar Mountains, known for their dramatic landscapes, are located in which part of Algeria?

  • (A) The northern coast
  • (B) The southern Sahara region
  • (C) The eastern border
  • (D) The western border