Jordan

Jordan, a small Arab nation in Western Asia, is bordered by several countries and has a population of 9.5 million, mostly Arabs and Sunni Muslims. It is a constitutional monarchy with King Abdullah II holding significant powers. Despite regional turmoil, Jordan provides refuge to millions of displaced people. Lacking oil, Jordan focuses on uranium, potash, and tourism for economic growth. The country is known for its historic sites like Petra. Geographically, it is mostly desert, with the Jordan River as a key water source. The climate is hot and dry, with limited rainfall.

Which countries border Jordan to the east and south?

• Israel and Palestine

• Saudi Arabia and Syria

• Saudi Arabia and Iraq

• Syria and Iraq

What percentage of Jordanians are Christians?

• 2%

• 6%

• 15%

• 10%

What natural resource is Jordan currently utilizing to build nuclear power plants?

• Oil

• Natural Gas

• Uranium

• Coal

What is the main source of water for Jordan?

• The Jordan River

• The Euphrates River

• The Tigris River

• The Nile River

What is the Dead Sea known for?

• Being a freshwater lake

• Having the highest salt concentration

• Being the largest sea in the world

• Being the deepest point on Earth