Famed for its production of aromatic mastic, which Greek island suffered a devastating forest fire that swept its southern half in August 2012?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Chios
- Step 1: The production of mastic was threatened by the Chios forest fire that swept the southern half of the island in August 2012 and destroyed some mastic groves. Answer: Chios. Why not the others: "Samos" is celebrated for its Muscat sweet wine and Heraion archaeological site; "Ikaria" is celebrated for its longevity culture and mountainous therapeutic thermal springs; "Lesbos" is famous for olive oil and the distillation of anise-flavoured ouzo.
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