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What is the name of the animated Disney movie inspired by One Thousand and One Nights, featuring a street-smart hero and a magical genie?
What is Aladdin -
This language has been significantly influenced with 8% of words being of Arab origin.
What is Spanish?
Name 2 countries from the Arab World
Review Dana list! 22 countries comprise the Arab World- spanning from North Africa to West Asia
What are 2 popular drinks in Arab Culture?
What is Tea and Coffee
This actress's film creds include: Desperado, Puss in boots, The Faculty, Friday and many more!
Who is Salma Hayek - Hayek has spoken about her strong connection to both her Lebanese and Mexican heritage, and has even made a pilgrimage to her paternal grandfather's village in Baabdat with her father.
The Arab word for this citrus fruit has found it's way into European languages and eventually into English
What is orange?
Which president recognized April as the National Arab American Heritage Month?
Who is President Biden. Biden officially recognized April as National Arab American Heritage Month in 2021, building upon years of efforts by organizations like the Arab America Foundation. Fun Fact : April was chosen because April marks the beginning of the Spring season; symbolizing hope, growth, color, and new beginnings.
This traditional Arab dish is used widley in the united states, as a dip for many snacks (including pita bread, crackers, etc.) that is also a great sign of hospitality in Arab culture?
What is Hummus
In 2016, the British Fashion Council named her International Model of the Year, and in 2018, Forbes listed her as one of the highest-paid models. She has a sister, Bella, and a brother, Anwar, who are also models.
Who is Gigi Hadid - As a proud Palestinian, Hadid has spoken out about the U.S. Muslim Ban and Israel’s 2014 assault on Gaza. She also made history in March of 2017 by becoming the first cover model on Vogue Arabia.
This branch of mathmatics developed by Arab Scholars was passed to Europe and later the Americas
What is Algebra?
These are the 3 main religions that dominate the arab world
What is :Christianity, Islam, Judaism
What is an Arabic greeting meaning "Peace Be upon you" ?
What is Assalamu alaikum
This womens health advocate is a current "Today Show" Co-host, and previously hosted the nationally known news program " Dateline "
Who is Hoda Kotb - As a personality on the hugely popular morning program, she has helped the country stay informed by chatting with American leaders, artists, and new correspondents. She is also a breast cancer survivor and a vocal advocate for women’s health issues.
This popular board game was introduced to Europe by the Arab world
What is chess?
Where is the largest concentration of Arab americans in the US?
Where is : Michigan. Fun fact : 208,566 represent 2.1% of the state's population.
This is the name of the most popular holiday for Muslim-Arabic Americans ?
What is (Eid al-Fitr) - Ramadan is the month of fasting and Eid al-Fitr is the holiday that celebrates it's conclusion
she is the first Palestinian American woman to serve in Congress and one of the first two Muslim women elected to Congress.
Who is Rashida Harbi Tlaib - On election night 2018, Democrat Rashida Tlaib won a historic race in Michigan's 13th Congressional District, making her the first female Muslim to be elected to the House of Representatives. She also earns the distinction of becoming the first Palestinian-American woman in Congress.
The concept of this number essential for mathematics was introduced by Arab scholars
What is 0?
List 2 US cities with large Arab American community presence.
What are: NY, Detroit, LA, Chicago, and Washington DC
What century was the first wave of Arab immigration in the US apart of ?
What is the 19th Century