History of Southwest Asia

Can you guess which mighty empire held its reign over Southwest Asia for an impressive span of over 600 years?

• The all-powerful Roman Empire

• The grand Ottoman Empire

• The vast British Empire

• The fearsome Mongol Empire

Let's dive into some history! Can you guess the primary reason behind the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict?

• Is it due to religious differences?

• Or, is it because of territorial disputes?

• Could it be due to economic competition?

• Or, is it all about cultural conflicts?

Can you guess the tragic event that led to the systematic extermination of six million Jews?

• Was it World War I?

• Could it be the Cold War?

• Or was it the Holocaust?

• Maybe the French Revolution?

Let's take a trip back in time! Can you tell me in which year the State of Israel was officially established?

• 1945

• 1948

• 1956

• 1967

Pop quiz time! Can you guess which country was a key supporter in the establishment of Israel back in 1948?

• United States

• United Kingdom

• France

• Soviet Union

Can you guess the capital city of the fascinating country of Israel?

• Jerusalem

• Tel Aviv

• Haifa

• Eilat

Let's take a trip back in time! Can you tell me which historical event paved the way for the birth of the modern state of Israel?

• The Balfour Declaration - was it this?

• Or was it the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

• Maybe the Camp David Accords?

• Or could it be the Oslo Accords?

Hey history buffs! Can you guess which colossal empire crumbled to pieces after the end of World War I?

• The mighty Roman Empire

• The ancient Aztec Empire

• The vast Ottoman Empire

• The grand Persian Empire

Pop Quiz! Can you guess who was responsible for drawing the boundaries of the new countries that emerged after this empire collapsed?

• Was it the Middle Eastern governments?

• Perhaps the United States’ government?

• Could it have been the former empire leaders?

• Or was it the European politicians?

Imagine waking up one day and finding yourself in a newly formed country! What kind of problems do you think this sudden change would cause?

• Everyone in the new country is struggling with a low standard of living.

• The new country is a mix of people who don't have much in common.

• Most of these new countries are in the desert, making it tough to find work.

• People in the new countries are unable to practice their religion freely.