The Surprising Country of Somalia

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1. Let's get Somalia's location clear in your mind: in which ocean does Somalia lie? Indian Ocean Pacific Ocean Atlantic Ocean Southern Ocean

2. For thousands of years Somalia was referred to as "Regio Aromatica", because it was believed to be the home of which of the traditional gifts for the baby Jesus? Silver Frankincense Myrrh Gold

3. Which 20th century Italian leader reputedly sent people whom he wished to be rid of to the capital city Mogadiscio? Enzo Ferrari Benito Mussolini Federico Fellini George Napolitano

4. Which of the following is NOT one of the biggest players in Somalia's economy? Money transfer companies Silk Telecommunications Livestock

5. Laas Geel is a cave complex in northern Somalia that is famous for which of the following? Opal mines Pyramids Cave paintings Vineyards

6. In ancient times, Somalia was known as what? Kingdom of Pass Kingdom of Punt Kingdom of Kick Kingdom of Ball

7. On July 1, 1960, Somalia declared its independence from which country? U.S.A. Italy Israel Belgium

8. What is the major religion of Somalia? Christianity Hinduism Islam Sikhism

9. According to the United Nations in 2010, only 1/10th of the children in Somalia receive any education. True False

10. The CIA World Factbook stated in December 2009 that there had been a significant decline in the amount of new AIDS cases in Somalia. True False