Celebrity
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Charity week
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Arab history
100

This legendary Lebanese singer, known for her poetic songs, has been called “the soul of Lebanon” and is beloved across the Arab world.

Who is Fairuz?

100

This is an Arab Father’s favorite disciplinary device.

What is a Belt (ishaat, 7zam)?

100

Nearly a year of crisis has left approximately 85% of this region’s population vulnerable, lacking access to essential resources, prompting Chairty week to pledge over $1 Million for emergency relief efforts.

What is the Gaza Strip? (Palestine)

100

In Arab cuisine, this round flatbread is a staple and often used for wrapping sandwiches or dipping into hummus.

What is Pita Bread?

100

This term, meaning “catastrophe” in arabic, refers to the mass expulsion of palestinians following the occupational state of Israel in 1948

What is Nakba?

200

Known as the “star of the east”, this iconic Egyptian singer’s powerful voice and emotional performance made her one of the most revered musicians in the arab world.

Who is Umm Kulthum?

200

Common in social circles, this addictive snack is often served in a small bowl with an empty side plate and involves a lot of skill.

What is Pumpkin, watermelon, or sunflower seeds (Bazir)?

200

Following recent devastating airstrikes, this country has seen over 2,300 fatalities and thousands of injuries, prompting Islamic Relief teams to provide critical assistance, including food packages and medical supplies.

What is lebanon? 

200

This delicious cheesecake uses Nabusi cheese, which is common to Palestine, Syria and Lebanon.

What is Knafeh or Chanfah?

200

The National Liberation Front (FLN) is the name of the national liberation movement that led Algeria to gain its independence from this country.

What is France?

300

This arab-canadian professional ice hockey player won the Stanley Cup with the Colorado Avalanche in 2022, becoming the first Muslim player to hoist the Cup.

Who is Nazem Kadri?

300

In Arab culture, this farewell process takes longer than the actual visit.

What is saying goodbye?

300

Nearly 3 million people have been impacted by flooding in this country due to heavy monsoon rains, with Islamic Relief teams actively delivering emergency relief and lifesaving assistance    

What is bangladesh?

300

Literally meaning strong, this drink, usually made with saffron and cardamom, is typically served with dates to add sweetness.

What is arabic coffee?

300

This ancient Egyptian queen formed an alliance with Julius Caesar and later Mark Antony.

Who is Cleopatra VII (7)?

400

This arab celebrity was made famous for this now well known phrase: (play phrase)

Who is Ebraheem Al Samadi?

400

This act, involving a heated back-and-forth, is a frequent occurrence during Arab gatherings and often causes playful arguments.

What is deciding who will pay? Or fighting for the bill?

400

Confronting the world’s most severe hunger crisis, this country faces blocked access to hard-hit areas due to ongoing violence and bureaucratic delays, promoting efforts to improve sanitation and provide safe water to 1,660 households.

What is Sudan?

400

This iconic beverage, often served with meals, is made from fermented milk and is poplar in the arabian peninsula.

What is laban or 3ayran?

400

This principal port in the Yemeni capital Sanaa is famous for its contributions to the trade industry and is responsible for the unique name given to a local shop in the city of Edmonton.

What is Mokha?

500

This Egyptian/American celebrity is well known for his portrayal as the Egyptian Pharaoh Ahkmenrah in the 2006 film “Night at the museum”.

Who is Rami Malek?

500

In many households, Teta keeps a familiar blue butter cookie tin with this item usually found inside.

What is Sewing supplies?

500

This amount raised for orphans and needy children by a student in the United Kingdom sparked the global initiative of Charity Week over 20 years ago.  

What is £73 ($120CAN)?

500

This spice blend, essential to many arabic dishes, typically includes ingredients like hyssop, thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt. 

What is Za'atar?

500

This ancient capital of Mesopotamia, located in present-day Iraq, is known for its ziggurats and law code.

What is Babylon?