How Well Do You Know Mauritania? Take This Fun Quiz!

How well do you know Mauritania?

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

• 1. What is the capital city of Mauritania?

  • (A) Nouadhibou
  • (B) Nouakchott
  • (C) Kiffa
  • (D) Rosso

• 2. What is the official language of Mauritania?

  • (A) French
  • (B) Arabic
  • (C) Berber
  • (D) English

• 3. What currency is used in Mauritania?

  • (A) Mauritanian Ouguiya
  • (B) West African CFA Franc
  • (C) Central African CFA Franc
  • (D) Euro

• 4. What is a traditional dish in Mauritania?

  • (A) Couscous with meat and vegetables
  • (B) Sushi
  • (C) Tacos
  • (D) Borscht

• 5. What is the predominant religion in Mauritania?

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

• 6. What is Mauritania's main export product?

  • (A) Oil
  • (B) Gold
  • (C) Iron ore
  • (D) Cocoa

• 7. What is a key feature of Mauritanian culture regarding family values?

  • (A) Individualism
  • (B) Strong extended family ties
  • (C) Minimal family interaction
  • (D) Nuclear family independence

• 8. What is the traditional attire for men in Mauritania?

  • (A) Dashiki
  • (B) Boubou
  • (C) Darra'a (flowing robe)
  • (D) Kilt

• 9. What is the name of the eye-like geological formation in Mauritania visible from space?

  • (A) Eye of the Sahara (Richat Structure)
  • (B) Ngorongoro Crater
  • (C) Great Blue Hole
  • (D) Eye of Africa

• 10. Which desert covers most of Mauritania?

  • (A) Kalahari Desert
  • (B) Sahara Desert
  • (C) Gobi Desert
  • (D) Atacama Desert

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