Which highland ridge in southern Lebanon extends east of Tyre toward the border region?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Jabal Amel
- Step 1: Jabal Amel is a historical geographic plateau and mountain region in South Lebanon.
- Step 2: It comprises rolling limestone hills and fertile plateaus south of the Litani river gorge.
Answer
Jabal Amel.
Why not the others: 'Jabal Sannine' is in central Mount Lebanon; 'Jabal Akkar' is in the north; 'Jabal Makmel' houses the highest peak in the north.
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