Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia, a desert kingdom in Western Asia, covers 80% of the Arabian Peninsula. It is bordered by several countries and has coastlines on the Red Sea and Persian Gulf. Riyadh is the capital. The country is a major oil exporter, with oil funding public life. It is an absolute monarchy with a legal system based on Sharia. Mecca, the birthplace of Muhammad, is a key religious site. The geography is mostly desert, with limited water resources, and the climate is arid, affecting agriculture.

Which city is the capital and largest city of Saudi Arabia?

• Jeddah

• Mecca

• Riyadh

• Dammam

What is the basis of Saudi Arabia's legal system?

• Sharia Law

• Canon Law

• Civil Law

• Common Law

Who was born in Mecca, a city in present-day Saudi Arabia?

• Buddha

• Prophet Muhammad

• Jesus Christ

• Confucius

What is the primary source of fresh water in Saudi Arabia?

• Rivers

• Lakes

• Desalinization of seawater

• Rainwater

Which desert is located in the southern part of Saudi Arabia?

• Sahara Desert

• Rub-al-Khali Desert

• Kalahari Desert

• Gobi Desert