Middle East Vocab

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A movement supporting the return of Jews to Palestine (now Israel).

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Zionism

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Influencing an area with U.S. ideas and customs

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Westernization

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Jews were forced from their homes and land.

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Diaspora

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Organization of countries collaborating to control oil prices and production.

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OPEC

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Ruler of Iran before 1979 who aimed to westernize the country and improve rights.

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Shah Pahlavi

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Opposed the Shah and established a theocracy in Iran after the 1979 overthrow.

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Ayatollah Khomeini

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A government ruled by religious leaders.

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Theocracy

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A way of life opposing westernization, valuing the Koran, and led by religious authority.

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Islamic Fundamentalism

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Issued by Britain, supported a Jewish homeland in Palestine.

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Balfour Declaration

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A head covering or cloak worn by many Muslim women.

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Burka