1. By: Loryn Kimble, Jakayla Bradford, and Abbi Cope
Algeria
By: Loryn Kimble, Jakayla Bradford, and Abbi Cope

2. Important people
The most famous Algerian was St. Augustine (354–430), a Church father who was born in eastern Numidia. An important 19th-century figure was Abd-el-Kader (1808–1873), emir of Mascara, who led the resistance against the French invaders from 1830 to 1847.

3. Important places Algiers—capitol city of Algeria
Batna—popular tourist site because its so close to Andes mountains
Tiaret—has historical monuments
Sétif—capitol of Sétif Province
Chlef—capitol of Chlef Province of Algeria
Tipasa—known for sand beaches

4. Physical Features Sahara desert Atlas mountains
Coastal plains by mountains in north
Barbary Coast

5. Humans and physical environment
People in Algeria have to have a lot of water to survive.
Climate: mild, wet winters with hot, dry summers along coast. Drier with cold winters and hot summers on high plateau.

6. Geographic Factors and Natural Resources
Natural resources: petroleum, natural gas, iron ore, uranium, lead, zinc

7. Culture
Religions: Muslim (state religion) 99%, Christian and Jewish 1%
The national dish of Algeria is couscous, steamed semolina wheat served with lamb or chicken, cooked vegetables, and gravy. Common flavorings include onions, turnips, raisins, and red peppers, as well as salt, and pepper.
Languages: Arabic (official), French, and Berber

8. Government Government type- Republic
Conventional long form: People's Democratic Republic of Algeria
Conventional short form: Algeria
Judicial branch: Supreme Court

9. Location
Location: in northern Africa, bordering the Mediterranean Sea, between Morocco and Tunisia