Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — Questions and answers

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What is King Fahd's Fountain famous for?

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  1. Being a historic gateway for pilgrims.
  2. Being the tallest fountain in the world. ✓
  3. Having a population of over four million.
  4. Blending ancient traditions and modern innovation.

Answer: Being the tallest fountain in the world.

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What do Roshan balconies in Al-Balad do?

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  1. They are used for trading goods.
  2. They make the buildings look modern.
  3. They offer privacy and let sea breezes in. ✓
  4. They are made from ancient coral-stone.

Answer: They offer privacy and let sea breezes in.

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What smells can you find in Jeddah's souks?

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  1. Only the smell of old books.
  2. Fragrant spices, Arabic coffee, and grilling meats. ✓
  3. Just the salty smell of the sea.
  4. Only flowers and perfumes.

Answer: Fragrant spices, Arabic coffee, and grilling meats.

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What do locals often enjoy doing on Jeddah's Corniche?

Choices

  1. Building tall skyscrapers.
  2. Enjoying picnics by the sea. ✓
  3. Digging for ancient treasures.
  4. Riding roller coasters.

Answer: Enjoying picnics by the sea.

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Why is Al-Rahma Mosque called the 'Floating Mosque'?

Choices

  1. Because it was built underwater.
  2. Because it appears to float on the Red Sea at high tide. ✓
  3. Because it has modern art inside.
  4. Because it floats away every night.

Answer: Because it appears to float on the Red Sea at high tide.

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What shows Jeddah's art scene in its public spaces?

Choices

  1. Ancient pyramids.
  2. Contemporary sculptures. ✓
  3. Very tall trees.
  4. Empty buildings.

Answer: Contemporary sculptures.

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What special material is used to build many of Jeddah's older buildings?

Choices

  1. Plastic from factories.
  2. Wood from faraway forests.
  3. Coral stone from the Red Sea. ✓
  4. Metal from mines.

Answer: Coral stone from the Red Sea.

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