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Who was the first Arab American woman to serve in the U.S. Congress?
Ilhan Omar
The first Somali American in the United States Congress and the first woman of color to represent Minnesota.
What popular Middle Eastern dip, made from chickpeas, tahini, garlic, and lemon juice, is now a staple on many American tables?
Hummus
What does the Arabic phrase “Salam Alaikum” mean?
Peace be upon you
What month is officially recognized as Arab American Heritage Month in the United States?
April
What Arab American DJ and record producer is known for hit songs like “Wild Thoughts,” “I’m the One,” and his iconic catchphrase “Another one”?
DJ Khaled (Palestinian heritage)
His real name is Khaled Mohammed Khaled
Which Mexican and Lebanese actress starred in the films Desperado and From Dusk Till Dawn?
Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek was born in Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico.Her father, Sami Hayek Domínguez, is of Lebanese descent.
What flavorful dish, typically consisting of seasoned rice wrapped in grape leaves, is popular in Arab-American cuisine?
Dolmas (stuffed grape leaves)
What does the Arabic word “Habibi” (or Habibti for a woman) mean when said to someone?
My dear / My love
Arab Americans trace their ancestry to how many countries in the Arab world?
22 countries
Which Arab American singer, known for hits like "Diana" and "Put Your Head on My Shoulder," also wrote the lyrics to Frank Sinatra’s “My Way”?
Paul Anka (of Lebanese descent)
Which Arab American surgeon is famous for being one of the first to perform a successful kidney transplant in the U.S.?
Michael DeBakey
He was an American Lebanese general and cardiovascular surgeon, scientist and medical educator who became Chairman of the Department of Surgery, President, and Chancellor of Baylor College of Medicine at the Texas Medical Center in Houston, Texas.
What sweet pastry, made from layers of filo dough filled with nuts and soaked in honey or syrup, is a favorite dessert among Arab Americans?
Baklava
If someone says “Inshallah”, what are they expressing?
God willing
What popular American food item was brought to the U.S. by Arab immigrants and is now widely loved across the country?
Pita bread (or hummus, falafel — all accepted!)
Which Egyptian American artist is known for blending rap, R&B, and spoken word in her music, often highlighting themes of identity and empowerment?
Felukah
Which Arab American playwright and screenwriter was nominated for an Academy Award for writing The Kite Runner?
Khaled Hosseini
He is an Afghan-American novelist, UNHCR goodwill ambassador, and former physician.His debut novel The Kite Runner (2003) was a critical and commercial success; Hosseini's novels have spread awareness about Afghanistan's people and culture
What traditional North African brunch dish, commonly enjoyed by Arab Americans, features poached eggs cooked in a spicy tomato and pepper sauce?
Shakshuka
What is meant by the phrase “Yalla!”, which you might hear in everyday conversation?
Let’s go! / Hurry up!
What iconic medical device was invented by Arab American Dr. Michael DeBakey?
The heart pump
What legendary singer, famous for songs like “That’s Amore” and “Everybody Loves Somebody,” was of Lebanese and Italian descent?
Dean Martin
Which Arab American actor won an Academy Award for his portrayal of a villain in Scarface?
F. Murray Abraham
His father emigrated with his family from Muqlus, Ottoman Syria, a small village in the Valley of the Christians, at age five;his paternal grandfather was a priest in the Greek Orthodox Church of Antioch
What sandwich, popular across the U.S., features slices of seasoned meat shaved from a vertical rotating spit, wrapped in pita bread with vegetables and sauce?
Shawarma
If someone says “Mabrook!”, what are they likely doing?
Congratulating someone
From which region did the first wave of Arab immigrants to the United States primarily arrive in the late 1800s and early 1900s?
Greater Syria (including present-day Lebanon and Syria)
Which Arab American pop star gained fame after competing on American Idol and has hits like “Battlefield” and “No Air”?
Jordin Sparks (part Lebanese)