Jordan civics quiz: questions and answers
All 15 general civics quiz questions about Jordan with answers and explanations, grouped by topic. This is a learning quiz, not an official exam. Select a question to see the answer.
Government and law 5 questions
The Hashemite monarchy, the 1952 constitution and the two houses of Parliament.
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What is the capital of Jordan?
Amman
Amman is Jordan's capital and largest city.
What is Jordan’s full official name?
The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
The official name reflects the Hashemite dynasty, which has ruled the country since its foundation.
What are the two houses of Jordan’s National Assembly?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
The National Assembly has an appointed Senate and an elected House of Representatives.
In which year was Jordan’s current constitution adopted?
1952
The constitution was adopted in January 1952 and, with later amendments, remains in force.
Which body decides applications for naturalisation in Jordan?
The Council of Ministers
Under the Nationality Law, applications for naturalisation are submitted to and decided by the Council of Ministers.
History 5 questions
The Nabataeans, the Emirate of Transjordan and independence in 1946.
On what date did Jordan gain independence?
25 May 1946
Jordan became independent on 25 May 1946, which is celebrated as Independence Day.
Who was the first King of Jordan?
Abdullah I
Abdullah I ruled the Emirate of Transjordan from 1921 and became the first King on independence in 1946.
In which year was the Emirate of Transjordan established?
1921
The Emirate of Transjordan was established in 1921 under Emir Abdullah, the forerunner of the modern kingdom.
Which king reigned in Jordan from 1952 to 1999?
King Hussein
King Hussein reigned for almost 47 years, from 1952 until his death in 1999.
Which ancient people carved the city of Petra?
The Nabataeans
The Nabataeans, an Arab trading people, carved Petra's tombs and temples from rose-red rock. Petra is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Geography, culture and symbols 5 questions
The flag, the dinar, Aqaba, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea.
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What appears in the red triangle on Jordan’s flag?
A white seven-pointed star
The red triangle holds a white seven-pointed star, beside black, white and green horizontal stripes.
What is the currency of Jordan?
The Jordanian dinar
The Jordanian dinar is the national currency.
What is Jordan’s only coastal city?
Aqaba
Aqaba lies on the Gulf of Aqaba, an arm of the Red Sea, and is Jordan's only seaport.
Which desert valley in southern Jordan is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Wadi Rum
Wadi Rum, known for its sandstone mountains and rock art, was inscribed by UNESCO in 2011.
Which salt lake on Jordan’s western border is the lowest point on land?
The Dead Sea
The shores of the Dead Sea lie more than 400 metres below sea level, the lowest land point on Earth.
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