1. The city of Lijiang, known for its Old Town that is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located near Tibet in what large country?
2. The Romani, sometimes called Gypsies, are a traditionally migratory people found mainly in Europe. These people are believed to have originated in the Punjab region, which is shared by Pakistan and what neighboring country?
3. During the 10th century, Cordoba was a cultural and political center of Muslim civilization and was one of the largest cities in what present-day country on the Iberian Peninsula?
4. Petra, a busy trade center during Greek and Roman times, is located south of the Dead Sea in what present-day country that borders Israel?
5. Porteños, the name given to residents of Buenos Aires, are citizens of what country?
6. Persian rugs, which often feature intricate flower and other types of designs, are traditionally from which present-day Asian country?
7. Nine Bantu languages, Afrikaans, and English make up the 11 official languages in which country?
8. Pashtuns make up a large percentage of Kabul’s population in what Asian country?
9. Joropo is the unofficial national dance of what South American country which is also home to the Orinoco River delta?
10. The hajj, one of the Five Pillars of Islam, is a pilgrimage to the city of Mecca, which is located in what country?
ANSWERS: 1. China 2. India 3. Spain 4. Jordan 5. Argentina 6. Iran 7. South Africa 8. Afghanistan 9. Venezuela 10. Saudi Arabia
National Geographic Bee, National Geographic Society
