Syria civics quiz: questions and answers
All 19 general civics quiz questions about Syria with answers and explanations, grouped by topic. This is a learning quiz, not an official exam. Select a question to see the answer.
Constitution and government 2 questions
Head of state, parliament, courts and the constitution.
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In 1945, Syria was a founding member of which regional organisation?
The Arab League
Syria was one of the founding members of the League of Arab States, established in Cairo in March 1945.
Which global organisation did Syria help found in 1945?
The United Nations
Syria was among the original members of the United Nations when it was founded in 1945.
History and national symbols 10 questions
Independence, key dates, flag, anthem and other national symbols.
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On which date is Evacuation Day, when the last French troops left?
17 April
The French withdrawal was completed on 17 April 1946.
Which union did Syria and Egypt form from 1958 to 1961?
The United Arab Republic
Syria left the union in 1961.
Which ancient caravan city in the Syrian desert is a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
Palmyra
Palmyra was a major trading hub in the Roman era.
Was Syria a founding member of the United Nations in 1945?
Yes
Syria was one of the 51 original members.
On what date did the Assad government fall?
8 December 2024
Opposition forces entered Damascus and Bashar al-Assad fled on 8 December 2024.
The ancient city of Ugarit is famous for what?
One of the earliest alphabets
Ugarit's cuneiform alphabet dates from about the 14th century BCE.
Which European country governed Syria under a mandate after the First World War?
France
Syria was placed under a French Mandate after the First World War, until the last French troops left in 1946.
Which ancient coastal city is famous for one of the earliest alphabets?
Ugarit
Clay tablets from Ugarit, near modern Latakia, record a cuneiform alphabet from the 14th century BC.
Which caliphate made Damascus its capital in the 7th century?
The Umayyad Caliphate
The Umayyads ruled from Damascus from 661 to 750 and built the Great Umayyad Mosque there.
Which queen of Palmyra challenged Roman rule in the 3rd century?
Zenobia
Queen Zenobia of Palmyra extended her rule over large parts of the eastern Roman Empire before her defeat in 272.
Geography and society 6 questions
Capital, geography, languages, currency and public holidays.
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What is the capital of Syria?
Damascus
Damascus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.
What is Syria’s official language?
Arabic
Arabic is the official language; Decree 13 of 2026 also recognised Kurdish as a national language.
Which major river crosses Syria from Turkey into Iraq?
The Euphrates
The Euphrates flows south-east through Syria into Iraq.
What is Syria’s highest point?
Mount Hermon (Jabal al-Sheikh)
Mount Hermon on the south-western border is about 2,814 metres.
What is Syria’s main Mediterranean port?
Latakia
Latakia is the chief seaport.
Which northern Syrian city is famous for its ancient citadel and souks?
Aleppo
The Ancient City of Aleppo, with its great citadel and covered markets, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Naturalisation rules 1 questions
What the law requires for citizenship: residence, language, tests, fees and dual nationality.
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How many years of continuous residence does Syrian naturalisation require?
Five
Article 4 of Legislative Decree 276/1969.
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