History
What was the ancient civilization in Iraq called?
Mesopatamia
What desert covers most of Iraq?
Syrian Desert
What the most popular dish in Iraq that contains Rice and meat?
Biryani
What language is mostly spoken in Iraq?
Arabic
What resource makes up most income in Iraq?
Oil
What are the TWO major rivers in Iraq?
Tigris and Euphrates River
What gulf borders Iraq?
Persian gulf
What is the other popular dish that includes grilled fish?
Masgouf
What is the majority religion in Iraq?
Islam
What popular organization is Iraq apart of?
The organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)
What is the capital of Iraq?
Baghdad
What is one of the countries that border Iraq in the North?
Turkey (Türkiye)
What are stuffed vegetables called?
Dolma
What are the long robes that men usually wear in Iraq?
Dishdasha
What challenge affects Iraq's economy when oil prices fall?
Loss of revenue
What year did Saddam Hussein get executed?
2006
What country borders Iraq to the East?
Iran
What is another popular dish that includes spiced minced meat on a skewer?
Iraqi Kebab
What are the long dresses and head scarf that women wear in Iraq and all over the world?
Abaya & Hijab
What industry is the biggest part of Iraq's Economy?
Petroleum Industry
When the Sumerian Empire was still in existence, what ancient writing system did they make that contributed to society?
cuneiform
What is the climate in most of Iraq?
Hot and Dry
What is the popular street food that includes thinly sliced beef, lamb, or chicken wrapped with flatbread
Shawarma
What type of music is traditionally popular in Iraq?
Folk music