Middle East History Quiz

What has dominated life in the Middle East since 1900 according to the text?

• Economic prosperity

• Political change, conflict, and the oil industry

• Cultural festivals

• Technological advancements

What major event led to political changes in the Middle East?

• The Cold War

• World War II

• World War I

• The Gulf War

Which industry has been a major influence in the Middle East region?

• Textile industry

• Tourism industry

• Oil industry

• Entertainment industry

How has conflict affected the countries in the Middle East?

• It has led to economic growth

• It has had minimal impact

• It has challenged many countries

• It has improved international relations

Who led Turkey after the collapse of the Ottoman Empire following World War I?

• Mustafa Kemal Atatürk

• Sultan Mehmed VI

• Enver Pasha

• Abdulmejid II

What major political change did Mustafa Kemal implement in Turkey?

• He established a monarchy

• He made Turkey a democracy

• He reinstated the Ottoman Empire

• He declared Turkey a communist state

What did Atatürk do to the capital of Turkey?

• He moved it to Istanbul

• He moved it to Ankara

• He moved it to Izmir

• He left it unchanged

Which of the following was a reform introduced by Atatürk in Turkey?

• Reintroduction of Islamic schools

• Closure of Islamic schools

• Expansion of the Ottoman military traditions

• Re-establishment of the Sultanate

What cultural changes did Atatürk encourage among the Turkish people?

• Adoption of Eastern-style clothing and names

• Maintenance of traditional Ottoman attire

• Adoption of Western-style clothing and names

• Reversion to ancient Anatolian customs

When did Egypt gain independence from the British?

• After World War II

• After World War I

• Before World War I

• During World War II