Somalia Quiz Part 2: Land of Poets, Camels, and Ancient Rock Art

How well do you know Somalia? Part 2

Test your knowledge of Somalia 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 city in northern Somalia, known for its rock art?

  • (A) Laas Geel
  • (B) Merca
  • (C) Barawa
  • (D) Zeila

• 2. What is "camel milk"?

  • (A) A rare delicacy
  • (B) A staple drink in Somali culture
  • (C) A ceremonial drink
  • (D) A type of medicine

• 3. Who was the first president of Somalia?

  • (A) Siad Barre
  • (B) Aden Abdullah Osman Daar
  • (C) Abdirashid Ali Shermarke
  • (D) Hassan Sheikh Mohamud

• 4. What is a common feature of Somali poetry?

  • (A) Alliteration and oral tradition
  • (B) Rhyme and meter
  • (C) Free verse
  • (D) Haiku

• 5. What is a major environmental issue in Somalia?

  • (A) Air pollution
  • (B) Drought and desertification
  • (C) Water pollution
  • (D) Overpopulation

• 6. What is the name of the peninsula where Somalia is located?

  • (A) Arabian Peninsula
  • (B) Horn of Africa
  • (C) Sinai Peninsula
  • (D) Balkan Peninsula

• 7. What is a common characteristic of the communication style in Somalia?

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

• 8. What is the most popular sport in Somalia?

  • (A) Basketball
  • (B) Wrestling
  • (C) Football (Soccer)
  • (D) Athletics

• 9. What is a "dirac"?

  • (A) A traditional long, flowing dress worn by women
  • (B) A type of food
  • (C) A musical instrument
  • (D) A folk dance

• 10. What is a staple ingredient in Somali cuisine?

  • (A) Pork
  • (B) Camel meat
  • (C) Beef
  • (D) Chicken