The Geography and Culture of Albania

The Geography and Culture of Albania

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Geography, Science, Social Studies, History

6th - 9th Grade

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Albania, located in southeastern Europe, features diverse geography with mountains and coastlines. Its economy relies on mining, tourism, and agriculture. The country has a rich history, from ancient Illyrians to Ottoman rule, and a unique culture with a majority Muslim population. After WWII, Albania became a communist state under Enver Hoja, marked by isolation and bunker construction. Post-1991, it transitioned to a democratic system.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which mountain range is located in the northeastern part of Albania?

Albanian Alps

Carpathian Mountains

Dinaric Alps

Pindus Mountains

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary religion practiced by the majority of Albanians?

Buddhism

Hinduism

Islam

Christianity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a major economic activity in Albania?

Shipbuilding

Textile production

Tourism

Automobile manufacturing

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the ancient inhabitants of the region now known as Albania?

Carthaginians

Phoenicians

Illyrians

Etruscans

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which empire's collapse led to the emergence of the independent Kingdom of Albania?

Ottoman Empire

Roman Empire

Byzantine Empire

Austro-Hungarian Empire

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During the communist era, which country was one of Albania's few allies?

Soviet Union

China

Cuba

North Korea

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of government system did Albania establish after the Soviet Union's collapse?

Monarchy

Military dictatorship

Democratic parliamentary system

Theocracy