Geography
Jordan’s only sea outlet
Aqaba
Jordan gained independence from Britain in this year.
1946
The most widely spoken language in Jordan.
Arabic
The famous “rose-red city” carved into rock.
Petra
Jordan’s current king.
King Abdullah II
The lowest point on Earth, located in Jordan
Dead Sea
Jordan's official name.
Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
A traditional group dance often seen at celebrations
Dabke
This Roman city in northern Jordan still has theaters and colonnaded streets.
Jerash
Jordan’s capital city.
Amman
This desert in southern Jordan is called the “Valley of the Moon.”
Wadi Rum
What was the capital of Jordan before the current one?
Karak
The national dish of Jordan.
Mansaf
This mountain is believed to be where Prophet Moses looked over the Promised Land.
Mount Nebo
Jordan’s currency.
Jordanian Dinar
Jordan shares its longest border with this country.
Saudi Arabia
The Arab Revolt flag inspired Jordan’s national flag; name one color that appears in both
Black, white, or green
This sweet pastry soaked in syrup is a favorite dessert in Jordan, especially from Nablus.
Knafeh
This biosphere reserve is Jordan’s largest nature reserve
Dana Biosphere Reserve
Jordan’s main international airport is named after this former Queen.
Queen Alia International Airport (after Queen Alia, King Hussein’s wife)
Northern Jordan is greener because of this mountain range.
Ajloun Highlands
This king was assassinated in Jerusalem in 1951.
King Abdullah I
This traditional coffee, often served with cardamom, is a symbol of Jordanian hospitality.
Arabic Coffee
This castle in Karak was a key Crusader stronghold in the 12th century.
Karak Castle
Jordan signed a free trade agreement with this country in 2001, the first Arab state to do so.
United States