SWA History Flashcard #216

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A dispersion of people from their homeland

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diaspora

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hostility to or prejudice against Jews.

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Antisemitism

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The act of dividing up land...the result of the end of or the fall of the Ottoman Empire.

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Partitioning

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A strong feeling of pride in and devotion to one's country

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nationalism

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Explain how European partitioning in the Middle East following WWI led to regional conflicts.

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Artificial borders and ignoring ethnic and religious divisions

Answer explanation

European partitioning in the Middle East after WWI led to regional conflicts mainly due to the creation of artificial borders and ignoring ethnic and religious divisions. The colonial powers, primarily Britain and France, drew borders without considering the complex cultural, religious, and ethnic landscape of the region, leading to tensions and conflicts among various groups that were forced to coexist within these new boundaries.

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What was the connection Jews felt with the land that became Israel?

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Religious and historical ties

Answer explanation

The connection Jews felt with the land that became Israel was primarily due to their religious and historical ties. This land is considered the birthplace of Judaism and is rich in Jewish history, with many significant religious sites. The other options, such as political and economic interests, cultural and linguistic similarities, and geographical proximity, do not capture the depth of this connection.

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The world's oldest monotheistic religion began in Southwest Asia. What is the name of that religion?

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Judaism

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The largest group in Southwest Asia are the ___.

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Arabs

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Which empire controlled much of Southwest Asia until the end of World War I?

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Ottoman Empire

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What is the best summary of Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait? Options: Iraq military forced Kuwait to flee Saudi Arabia to gain another port on the Persian Gulf, The Iraq military invaded Kuwait to gain crude oil production and another harbor on the Persian Gulf, Iraq's government forced Kuwait to leave their country, Iraqi government forced Kuwait's government to flee

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The Iraq military invaded Kuwait to gain crude oil production and another harbor on the Persian Gulf