Overview
Capital of Morocco
Rabat
Morocco is located where
Northwestern Africa
Morocco never came under the direct control of
Ottoman Turks
Moroccan culture is influenced by
Arab, Islamic, African, Berber, and European traditions
Popular Moroccan sports include
soccer, skiing, and golf
Official Languages
Arabic, French, and Berber
Shares Eastern border with which country
Algeria
Morocco’s independence was guaranteed during the Conference of Madrid in
1880
The standard article of clothing in Morocco for both men and women
the djellaba
Morocco has been successful in several
Olympic competitions
Religions
Islam and Christianity
South of Morocco is disputed in which territory
Western Sahara Territory
One of the most significant events of Hassan II’s reign was
a conflict involving the territory to the south of Morocco known then as Spanish Sahara
Morocco has a rich history of
artistic expression
Morocco has won a total of 22 medals in which Olympics
Summer Olympics
Largest City in Morocco
Casablanca
What ocean is on the West Coast of Morocco
Atlantic Ocean
Today, Moroccan government is
constitutional monarchy
A large variety of spices comes from which region
Mediterranean region
Who is the current holder of the 1500 meters, mile and outdoor 2000 meters world records
Hicham el Gherrouj
Population of people in Morocco
35,238,538
What has been limited by pollution from improperly managed sewage and oil spills along the coast?
Drinking Water
When Hassan II died in 1999, who became king?
His son Mohammad VI became king of Morocco
Morocco holds an important site in the early history of which country
the United States
The Moroccan national football (soccer in the U.S.) team is known as the
the “Lions of the Atlas.”