Iraq

Iraq is a geopolitically complex country in Western Asia, bordered by several nations and possessing vast oil reserves. Its population is predominantly Muslim, with significant Shia, Sunni, and Kurdish communities. The country has faced political instability since the 2003 US-led invasion, exacerbated by the rise of ISIS. Geographically, Iraq is divided into the Mesopotamian Alluvial Plain, the Zagros Mountains, and the Syrian desert, each with distinct characteristics. The climate is mostly arid, with hot summers and cooler winters, especially in the mountainous regions.

Which country is located to the northwest of Iraq?

• Turkey

• Jordan

• Iran

• Syria

What percentage of Iraq's population is made up of Arab Shias?

• 65%

• 20%

• 80%

• 50%

What is the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan?

• Erbil

• Baghdad

• Mosul

• Basra

What major event in 2003 significantly impacted Iraq's political stability?

• The rise of ISIS

• The discovery of oil reserves

• The US-led invasion

• The formation of Kurdistan

Which region in Iraq is known as the cradle of civilization?

• Zagros Mountains

• Syrian Desert

• Mesopotamian Alluvial Plain

• Persian Gulf Coast

What is the primary climate characteristic of most of Iraq?

• Mild and rainy summers

• Humid and tropical

• Cold and snowy winters

• Dry, hot summers

Which geographical region in Iraq is the least populated?

• Mesopotamian Alluvial Plain

• Zagros Mountains

• Persian Gulf Coast

• Syrian Desert