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On what ideal is the nation mentioned in the article founded?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Theocracy

• Oligarchy

What was the main reason for the United States to intervene in Iraq during the early 1990s?

• Iraq's invasion of Kuwait

• Iraq's development of nuclear weapons

• Iraq's refusal to trade oil with the United States

• Iraq's alliance with neighboring countries

What major event occurred after the United States decided to intervene in Iraq?

• The establishment of a new monarchy

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The beginning of the Gulf War

• The immediate rebuilding of Iraq

How long did it take for change to take place after the Gulf War?

• 1 year

• 4 years

• 8 years

• 12 years

What type of government was established in Iraq in 2005?

• Monarchy

• Theocracy

• Federal parliamentary republic

• Military dictatorship

How many branches of government are there that divide the powers in the country mentioned in the first paragraph?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

What is the role of the legislative branch in the government system described in the first paragraph?

• It is composed of the president and council of ministers.

• It serves as the final court of appeals.

• It is made up of a Council of Representatives who are elected by the people.

• It oversees the general operation of the country.

What did the British do at the end of World War I according to the second article?

• They started the British Mandate.

• They ended the British Mandate.

• They took control of Palestine.

• They divided Palestine into governates.

How long did the British Mandate last?

• From 1918 to 1948.

• From 1920 to 1948.

• From 1920 to 1950.

• From 1918 to 1950.

What was the outcome of the promises made by different governments to Jewish and Arab populations during the British Mandate?

• It led to the creation of a peaceful nation-state.

• It resulted in Jewish and Arab groups living in harmony.

• It caused Jewish and Arab groups to riot violently.

• It established a stable government in the region.