Think you know Tunisia? Test your knowledge on this fascinating North African country. From its rich history and vibrant culture to iconic landmarks and renowned figures, see how much you really know!
1. Which ancient city founded by a princess of Tyre became a significant power in antiquity within present-day Tunisia?
Sousse
Carthage
Tunis
Sfax
2. Which modern city is the capital of Tunisia, known for blending ancient Arab souks with modern office buildings?
Sfax
Gabès
Sousse
Tunis
3. What is the name of the 7th-century event that brought Islam to Tunisia?
Byzantine Era
Roman Invasion
French Rule
Arab Conquest
4. Which UNESCO World Heritage Site in Tunisia is an ancient Roman amphitheater known for its size and preservation?
Carthage
El-Jem
Dougga
Medina
5. Who was the first president of independent Tunisia, often called the ‘father of Tunisian independence’?
Hédi Annabi
Ibn Khaldun
Habib Bourguiba
Zine Ben Ali
6. Which city in Tunisia is known for its blue-and-white architecture and is a popular tourist destination?
Kairouan
Sidi Bou Said
Dougga
El Kef
7. Which historical figure born in Tunis is considered a foundational thinker in the development of historiography and sociology?
Albert Memmi
Salah El Mahdi
Aboul-Qacem Echebbi
Ibn Khaldun
8. What is the predominant religion in Tunisia, with around 99% of the population adhering to it?
Judaism
Hinduism
Islam
Christianity
9. Which Tunisian city is renowned for its historical medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Tunis
Gabès
El Kef
Sousse
10. Which ancient civilization had a significant impact on Tunisia, particularly with sites like Dougga and Carthage?
Byzantine
Greek
Roman
Egyptian
11. Which city in Tunisia houses the Zitouna Mosque, one of the oldest in North Africa?
Sfax
Kairouan
Tunis
El Kef
12. Who is a renowned professional footballer born to Tunisian parents, known for playing both in France and Tunisia?
