Arab Spring Intro Review

In Syria, the protests eventually led to a ___________________.

• new democratic government

• large scale famine (starving)

• civil war

The Arab Spring took place in:

• the Middle East

• North Africa

• Both

• Neither

The Arab Spring protests first started in:

• Libya

• Syria

• Yemen

• Tunisia

Which statement BEST describes the result of protests in Egypt?

• protests caused democratic changes to the government and Egypt has been peaceful and stable since 2011.

• protests caused changes to the government at first, but then disagreements and more protests have come in recent years.

• the protests caused no change in Egypt since the military used violence against protesters.

Mohamed Bouazizi started the Arab Spring. What did he do?

• Led the first peaceful protests against dictators.

• Brought social media awareness to the Arab countries.

• Led the first violent protests against dictators.

• Set himself on fire to show injustices of dictators.

The Arab Spring is described as what?

• The warming of equatorial regions due to global warming.

• The renewed study of Islam in Arab countries.

• The protests against long-term political leaders in Arab countries.

• A movement to create lasting peace between Muslims, Christians and Jews.

Why would people in this region revolt against the government?

• Lack of economic opportunity/jobs

• Lack of freedom

• They like the government, but wanted a temporary change

• Lack of branches of government

What country that participated in the Arab Spring is being viewed as a success compared to the rest?

• Tunisia

• Libya

• Iraq

• Syria

Why does the action of burning oneself lead to a revolt?

• Because he sacrificed himself for a greater cause

• Because he got really hurt

• Because the government doesn't like it when people do that

• Because the government likes to make examples out of people

Which social media was the most effective in spreading the revolution?

• Snap-chat

• Facebook

• Instagram

• Google hangout