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WorksheetsTunisia Quiz Worksheet
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 50mins
What is the capital city of Tunisia?
Sousse
Tunis
Monastir
Where is the picturesque blue-and-white village of Sidi Bou Said located?
Near Hammamet
Just north of Tunis
In the Sahara Desert
What is Ghar El Melh historically known for?
A Roman amphitheater
A pirate port and Ottoman fortress
A modern resort town
Which civilization founded the ancient city of Carthage, near Tunis?
Phoenicians
Greeks
Romans
What is the traditional color scheme of Sidi Bou Said’s architecture?
A) White walls and blue doors
B) Red roofs and yellow walls
C) Stone walls and wooden windows
What sea borders Tunisia to the north and east?
Atlantic Ocean
Red Sea
Mediterranean Sea
What famous UNESCO World Heritage Site is located in Ghar El Melh?
The Roman amphitheater of El Jem
The Lagoon of Ghar El Melh and its wetlands
Dougga Roman ruins
What is Tunisia’s national dish?
Couscous
Tajine
Artichoke salad
What makes the village of Rafraf (near Ghar El Melh) famous?
Its sandy desert dunes
Its sea view toward Zembra island
Its olive oil production
What is the main religion practiced in Tunisia?
Christianity
Islam
Judaism
When did Tunisia gain its independence from France?
1956
1957
1962
Who was Tunisia’s first president after independence?
Moncef Bey
Habib Bourguiba
Zine El Abidine Ben Ali
What does the name “Sidi Bou Saïd” refer to?
The founder of Carthage
A saint who lived there
A famous painter
What is Tunisia’s official language?
Arabic
French
Berber
What is the blue paint used in Sidi Bou Said traditionally made from?
Indigo and lime
Cobalt and sand
Natural sea minerals
Which sea creature is central to Ghar El Melh’s fishing tradition?
Tuna
Mullet
Octopus
Which Tunisian city is known as “the pearl of the Sahel”?
Monastir
Sousse
Mahdia
What is Tunisia’s desert region called?
The Atlas Desert
The Sahara
The Negev
What famous film series was partly shot in southern Tunisia?
Game of Thrones
Star Wars
Indiana Jones
What is the traditional Tunisian hat called?
Fez
Chechia
Turbouche
What plant produces Tunisia’s famous olive oil?
Palm tree
Olive tree
Argue tree
Which UNESCO site in Tunisia features a massive Roman amphitheater?
Dougga
El Jem
Bulla Regia
What famous spice paste originates from Tunisia?
Harissa
Zaatar
Ras el hanout
What is the currency of Tunisia?
Tunisian franc
Tunisian dinar
Tunisian pound
What’s unique about the houses in Bulla Regia, an ancient Roman city in Tunisia?
They were built underground
They were floating structures
They were round
What is the meaning of “Ghar El Melh” in Arabic?
A) Cave of Salt
B) House of the Fisherman
C) Fort of the Sea
What type of art is Tunisia’s town of Nabeul famous for?
Pottery
Jewelry
Carpets
Which North African general from Carthage famously crossed the Alps with elephants?
Jugurtha
Hannibal Barca
Massinissa
What beverage is most commonly served with Tunisian hospitality?
Mint tea with pine nuts
Turkish coffee with cardamom
Lemon juice with rose water
What bird is often seen in the Ghar El Melh lagoon?
Flamingo
Pelican
Eagle
Which Tunisian city was a center of Andalusian refugees after the fall of Granada?
Testour
Kairouan
Sfax
What is the traditional Tunisian musical genre with Andalusian roots?
Malouf
Gasba
Rai
Which UNESCO city is known for its Islamic architecture and university dating to the 8th century?
Kairouan
Sousse
Tozeur
What is Tunisia’s most famous desert festival?
Douz Sahara Festival
Tozeur Film Festival
Tataouine Hen Festival
What color is Tunisia’s national flag?
Blue and white
Red and white
Green and yellow
What is the ancient name of Tunisia during the Roman Empire?
Numidia
Africa Proconsularis
Mauretania
Rafraf overlooks two islands — what are their names?
Djerba and Kerkennah
Zembra and Zembretta
Galite and Kuriat
Which local product from Rafraf is famous among Tunisians?
Olive oil
Figs
Sea salt
What is the name of the peninsula where Ghar El Melh and Rafraf are located?
Cap Bon
Cap Farina
Cap Serrat
What geological feature makes Rafraf’s beaches unique?
Volcanic sand
Hidden freshwater springs under the sea
Magic tides
What ancient civilization first established settlements near modern-day Ghar El Melh?
Phoenicians
Vandals
Byzantines
What 19th-century European power built a naval station at Ghar El Melh?
France
Spain
Italy
What does the word “Rafraf” likely originate from?
A) A Berber word for “hill”
B) An Arabic root meaning “to flutter” or “to shine”
C) A Latin root meaning “reef”
What traditional Tunisian instrument is central in folk music from Rafraf and Bizerte?
Mey (clarinet)
Mizwad (bagpipe)
Kanoun (zither)
Which ancient city near modern Tunisia was destroyed and then rebuilt by the Romans?
Carthage
Dougga
Utica
What type of wind influences Tunisia’s weather and brings desert heat northward?
Bora
Sirocco (Chergui)
Mistral
Which historic mosque in Tunisia houses the world’s oldest continually operating university?
Zitouna Mosque
Sidi Mahrez Mosque
Kairouan Mosque
What legendary animal appears in many North African myths and cave paintings found in southern Tunisia?
The white gazelle
The desert lion
The flying serpent
What famous Tunisian poet wrote: "My country is love, not geography"?
Aboul-Qacem Echebbi
Mahmoud Darwish
Habib Bourguiba
What do locals in Rafraf often do at sunset on summer evenings?
Pray at the beach
Gather on rooftops to share tea and stories
Light lanterns for fishermen
What is the main language spoken in Tunisia?
Arabic
French
Amazigh (Berber)
What does the word “Harissa” refer to in Tunisian cuisine?
A) A dessert
B) A spicy chili paste
C) A soup
What is a “margoum”?
A type of rug or carpet
A traditional hat
A musical instrument
What traditional Tunisian garment do men wear during celebrations?
Djellaba
Jebba
Kaftan
What is a “Chechia”?
A type of dance
A traditional Tunisian hat
A musical rhythm
What instrument leads traditional Tunisian malouf music?
Oud (lute)
Guitar
Violin
What is “Lablabi”?
A soup made with chickpeas and harissa
A dessert made with honey
A fried dates dish
Which Tunisian festival celebrates olive harvests and rural life?
Carthage Film Festival
Sfax Olive Festival
El Kef Heritage Days
What traditional Tunisian wedding ritual involves painting the bride’s hands and feet?
Henna Night
Blessing Ceremony
Zaffa
What drink do Tunisians traditionally serve to guests as a sign of welcome?
Mint tea with pine nuts
Turkish coffee
Lemonade
Which flower is a national symbol of Tunisia and often worn behind the ear?
Rose
Jasmine
Cornflower
What does the Tunisian expression “Ya khouya?” mean?
My friend / My brother!
Come here!
Goodbye!
What Tunisian island is known for its white domes and Berber villages?
Kerkennah
Djerba
Zembra
What is the name of Tunisia’s most famous film festival?
Carthage Film Festival (JCC)
Hammamet International Cinema Days
Oases Roots Festival
What is a "Zarda"?
A religious feast and communal meal
A street market
A spice blend
What is a typical Tunisian proverb meaning "patience brings its reward"?
"Elli yestanna ma ykhalefsh."
"Elli yhib el ykhalefou."
"Droub el mouwani ramy."
What traditional Tunisian sweet is made of almonds and honey?
Baklava
Makroud
Zrir
What type of traditional Tunisian music is often played with percussion and flutes in the countryside?
Mezoued
Stambeli
Raqi
What is "Stambeli"?
A traditional Tunisian trance and healing music
A type of couscous
A singing technique
What do Tunisians mean when they say "Tawa, Tawa"?
A) "Later, later"
B) "Right now"
C) "Never"
In what year was the Medina of Tunis inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
1979
1983
1992
What is the main mosque located at the heart of the Medina of Tunis?
Zitouna Mosque
Sidi Mahrez Mosque
Kasbah Mosque
What does the name "Zitouna" mean in Arabic?
Olive
Pear
Apple
Fig
What is the symbol of wisdom and peace in the Medina of Tunis?
The Olive Tree
The Fountain
The Mosque
What are the traditional markets in the Medina called?
Has
Souks
Qubba
What was the original function of Souk El Berka during Ottoman times?
Gold and jewelry market
Slave market
Spice market
What is the Dar Ben Abdallah in the Medina of Tunis today?
A private residence
A museum of traditional life
A mosque
What is unique about Dar Lasram?
It has the tallest minaret in the Medina
It’s one of the largest aristocratic houses, now home to a heritage association
It was a former convent and is now a café
Which gate historically served as the main entrance to the Medina?
Bab Bhar (Sea Gate)
Bab Souika
Bab Jedid
What typical smell fills Souk El Attarine?
Leather
Perfumes and spices
Mint and coffee
What happens to the Medina after sunset?
It becomes deserted and silent
It turns into a lively scene of cafés, storytellers, and hidden music
It closes completely
How do Tunisians show agreement or approval?
By clapping hands loudly
By clicking the tongue and nodding quickly
By saying "Yes" in English
Why do Tunisians often cover mirrors during mourning?
To avoid bad luck
To prevent the soul from getting trapped
For religious reasons about modesty
What unusual ingredient do some Tunisians add to coffee?
Rose water
Saffron
Ground cardamom
What superstition surrounds the Tunisian "blue door"?
It brings bad luck
It protects from the evil eye
It signals a wealthy family
When Tunisians say "Inshallah" (الله شاء إن), what might it really mean in everyday speech?
"Absolutely, I promise"
"Maybe yes, maybe no..."
"There's no way, it's no..."
Why do Tunisians sometimes paint the tips of their fingers red or orange?
For wedding celebrations
For protection against the evil eye
For beauty and cultural identity
What do Tunisians mean when they say "the cat will eat your tongue"?
A joke to someone who's suddenly quiet
A threat
A compliment
What might you see hanging from a Tunisian taxi's rear-view mirror?
Prayer beads or a blue khamsa hand
A photo of a celebrity
A bunch of garlic
Why do Tunisians sometimes keep empty perfume bottles on display?
For recycling
To make the house smell good
To show aesthetic taste and prosperity
What's peculiar about how Tunisians use car horns?
They use them musically, in rhythmic patterns
They use them rarely
They use them only for emergencies
Tunisia was the first Arab country to do what in 1956?
A) Abolish slavery
B) Grant full legal rights to women in marriage and divorce
C) Hold democratic elections
Which Tunisian city is considered to have the world's best-preserved Roman amphitheatre after Rome's Colosseum?
El Jem
Dougga
Sbeitla
Tunisia is one of the world's top exporters of which fiery condiment?
Harissa
Mustard
Chili powder
Tunisia leads Africa in the production of what agricultural product?
Dates (especially Deglet Nour)
Wheat
Citrus fruit
In what field was Tunisia the first African country to send a woman into space research programs?
A) Astronomy instrumentation
B) Aerospace engineering
C) Satellite data analysis
Which Tunisian island is often cited as one of the oldest continually inhabited islands in the Mediterranean?
Djerba
Kerkennah
Zembra
Tunisia was the first Arab country to achieve what in democratic governance (2014)?
Peaceful transition of power via a new constitution
Abolition of the army
Election of a royal family member
What rare environmental distinction does Tunisia hold in North Africa?
The highest number of UNESCO biosphere reserves
The only African country with both desert and snow annually
The largest salt lake in the Mediterranean basin
Which Tunisian athlete made history by becoming the first Arab and African woman to reach a Grand Slam tennis final?
A) Ons Jabeur
B) Selima Sfar
C) Anissa Lajili
