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Study Hint 1
Question: In the context of Southern Spain, Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is considered…
Trivia Question Study Fact: Spain maintains sovereignty over several territories beyond the Iberian Peninsula, including five 'places of sovereignty' – small, fortified enclaves – located on and off the coast of North Africa. These holdings, such as Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, represent a unique aspect of Spain's geographical and political presence in the region.
Trivia Question Explanation: Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is one of five Spanish territories known as 'plazas de soberanía' which are enclaves located on or near the North African coast, representing a unique extension of Spanish sovereignty.
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Study Hint 2
Question: In the context of Morocco, Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is considered…
Trivia Question Study Fact: Morocco currently occupies the Spanish territory of Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, along with Ceuta and Melilla, and claims these as its own despite Spain maintaining control. These territories are considered 'plazas de soberanía' – Spanish territories in North Africa.
Trivia Question Explanation: Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is a Spanish territory located on the North African coast that is occupied by Morocco, but Spain continues to administer it. Morocco claims sovereignty over the territory, alongside Ceuta and Melilla.
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Study Hint 3
Question: In the context of the Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, the historical name *Hajar Badis* directly references what geographical or historical feature?
Trivia Question Study Fact: The Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, a Spanish exclave in the Mediterranean Sea, is connected to the Moroccan mainland by a sandy isthmus and to a smaller islet, La Isleta, by a rocky isthmus, historically being known as Hajar Badis due to its proximity to the town of Badis.
Trivia Question Explanation: The name *Hajar Badis*, meaning 'Rock of Badis' in Arabic, was given to the Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera because of its location near the town of Badis.
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Study Hint 4
Question: In the context of the Morocco–Spain border, the Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is considered…
Trivia Question Study Fact: The border between Morocco and Spain is unique in that it isn't a single continuous line, but rather is divided into three separate sections surrounding the Spanish territories of Ceuta, Melilla, and the Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, totaling 18.5 kilometers in length.
Trivia Question Explanation: The Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera constitutes a 75-meter section of the total 18.5 km border, and is one of three non-contiguous sections separating Morocco and Spain.
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Study Hint 5
Question: In the context of the Geography of Spain, Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is considered what type of Spanish territory?
Trivia Question Study Fact: Spain's territory extends beyond the Iberian Peninsula to include several possessions in North Africa, known as the 'plazas de soberanía,' which consist of Ceuta, Melilla, Islas Chafarinas, Peñón de Alhucemas, and Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera. These territories represent Spanish sovereignty directly on the African continent.
Trivia Question Explanation: Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is one of five Spanish territories situated on or near the North African coast, collectively referred to as the 'plazas de soberanía,' representing areas of Spanish sovereignty in Africa.
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Study Hint 6
Question: In the context of Al Hoceima, Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera is considered…
Trivia Question Study Fact: Al Hoceima, a city in northern Morocco known for its beaches and mountainous terrain, is geographically close to the Spanish territory of Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera, listing 'Bades' as one of its notable coastal features.
Trivia Question Explanation: The source text explicitly mentions Peñón de Vélez de la Gomera alongside other beaches such as Bades as distinguishing features of the Al Hoceima area, indicating its proximity and recognition as a coastal landmark.
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