Country Profiles: Jordan Webquest Worksheet

This worksheet on Jordan guides students through the country’s geography, government, economy, and cultural heritage, helping them develop a well-rounded understanding of this Middle Eastern nation. Students begin by noting basic information, including the capital (Amman), official language (Arabic), population (approximately 11 million), and currency (Jordanian dinar). Located in Western Asia, Jordan is bordered by Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Syria, Israel, and the Palestinian territories, with a small coastline along the Gulf of Aqaba.

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