- 1. The High Atlas, also known as the Great Atlas, is a mountain range in central Morocco. It is the highest and most extensive mountain range in North Africa, with numerous peaks exceeding 4,000 meters in height. The High Atlas offers stunning scenery, including snow-capped peaks, deep valleys, and picturesque Berber villages. The range is a popular destination for hikers, mountaineers, and nature lovers looking to explore its diverse landscapes and experience Berber culture. With rugged terrain, lush forests, and traditional mud-brick architecture, the High Atlas is a truly captivating region that captivates visitors with its beauty and authenticity.
What is the highest peak in the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Mount Chelia
B) Mount Toubkal
C) Mount Kenya
D) Atlas Peak
- 2. Which country is the High Atlas range located in?
A) Libya
B) Algeria
C) Morocco
D) Tunisia
- 3. What is the climate of the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Tundra
B) Mediterranean
C) Tropical
D) Desert
- 4. What is the largest city near the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Marrakech
B) Casablanca
C) Fez
D) Tangier
- 5. Which animal is commonly found in the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Kangaroo
B) Barbary macaque
C) Panda
D) Polar bear
- 6. What is the traditional attire of the Berber people in the High Atlas region known as?
A) Sari
B) Djellaba
C) Kimono
D) Kilt
- 7. What is the traditional music of the Berber people in the High Atlas region called?
A) Jazz
B) Reggae
C) Samba
D) Ahidous
- 8. Which famous fashion designer has drawn inspiration from the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Calvin Klein
B) Giorgio Armani
C) Coco Chanel
D) Yves Saint Laurent
- 9. What is the traditional drink consumed in the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Wine
B) Coke
C) Mint tea
D) Beer
- 10. What is the name of the famous valley in the High Atlas that is known for its cherry blossoms?
A) Yosemite Valley
B) Ait Bouguemez
C) Rhine Valley
D) Napa Valley
- 11. What is the first town visitors typically reach when driving from Marrakech to the High Atlas Mountains?
A) Asni
B) Sydney
C) Tokyo
D) New York City
- 12. What type of geological feature is the High Atlas?
A) Desert
B) Mountain range
C) Valley
D) River
- 13. Which of these activities is popular in the High Atlas?
A) Hiking
B) Swimming
C) Snorkeling
D) Skiing
- 14. How does the High Atlas impact the climate of the surrounding regions?
A) Causes extreme heat waves
B) Acts as a barrier and influences rainfall patterns
C) Leads to heavy flooding
D) Creates tornadoes
- 15. Which river is sourced from the High Atlas?
A) Mississippi
B) Amazon
C) Oum Er-Rbia
D) Nile
- 16. What is the traditional Berber headgear called in the High Atlas?
A) Tagelmust
B) Fez
C) Turban
D) Sombrero
- 17. What is the architecture like in the villages of the High Atlas?
A) Glass buildings
B) Skyscrapers
C) Made of mudbrick and stone, with flat roofs
D) Gothic style
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