Libya Quiz Part 2: Ancient Ruins of Leptis Magna and Saharan Culture

How well do you know Libya? Part 2

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

• 1. What is the name of the ancient Greek city ruins in Libya, a UNESCO World Heritage site?

  • (A) Leptis Magna
  • (B) Sabratha
  • (C) Cyrene
  • (D) Ghadames

• 2. The Acacus Mountains in southern Libya are famous for what?

  • (A) Its ski resorts
  • (B) Prehistoric rock art
  • (C) Its dense forests
  • (D) Its modern cities

• 3. What is "bazeen"?

  • (A) A traditional Libyan dish made from barley flour
  • (B) A type of bread
  • (C) A sweet pastry
  • (D) A spicy soup

• 4. Who was the leader of Libya from 1969 to 2011?

  • (A) King Idris I
  • (B) Muammar Gaddafi
  • (C) Omar al-Mukhtar
  • (D) Fayez al-Sarraj

• 5. What is a common feature of traditional Libyan architecture in the desert?

  • (A) Large windows
  • (B) Courtyards for shade and ventilation
  • (C) Wooden roofs
  • (D) Brightly colored walls

• 6. What is the name of the large aquifer that lies beneath the Sahara Desert, providing water to Libya?

  • (A) The Great Man-Made River
  • (B) The Nubian Sandstone Aquifer System
  • (C) The Ogallala Aquifer
  • (D) The Guarani Aquifer

• 7. What is a "souk"?

  • (A) A traditional open-air market
  • (B) A type of boat
  • (C) A religious school
  • (D) A style of music

• 8. What is a common characteristic of the communication style in Libya?

  • (A) Reserved and quiet
  • (B) Hospitable and expressive
  • (C) Very formal
  • (D) Using few gestures

• 9. What is the most popular sport in Libya?

  • (A) Horse racing
  • (B) Camel racing
  • (C) Football (Soccer)
  • (D) Volleyball

• 10. What is a "tagine"?

  • (A) A type of earthenware pot and the stew cooked in it
  • (B) A musical instrument
  • (C) A traditional dance
  • (D) A colorful rug