Comparing SW Asian Governments Comprehension Check

What is the main religion in Israel? How is that different from the rest of SW Asia?

• The main religion is Islam, while the rest of SW Asia is Judaism.

• The main religion is Judaism, while the rest of SW Asia is Christian.

• The main religion is Judaism, while the rest of SW Asia is Islamic.

• The main religion is Christian, while the rest of SW Asia is Islamic.

What type of citizen participation does Israel have?

• autocracy

• oligarchy

• democracy

Who is the head of government in Israel?

• prime minister

• king

• president

How is the head of government (chief executive) of Israel chosen?

• The prime minister is chosen by the Knesset.

• The president is directly elected by the people.

• The king inherits his power.

What type of citizen participation does Saudi Arabia have?

• autocracy

• oligarchy

• democracy

Who is the head of government in Saudi Arabia?

• king

• president

• prime minister

What type of law does Saudi Arabia follow?

• The follow the laws in their written constitution.

• They follow the laws of Islam, known as Sha'ria.

• They do not follow laws because they have an anarchy.

What is Saudi Arabia's legislature called?

• Consultative Council

• Knesset

• Grand National Assembly

Who can vote in Saudi Arabia?

• All citizens 18 and older

• Only males 18 and older

• Only males 21 and older

Who cannot vote in Saudi Arabia?

• Men under 21

• All women

• Men over 21

• Women over 21