Middle East History Quiz

What is a theocracy?

• A government system where laws are based on scientific principles

• A government system where laws are separate from religious teachings

• A government system where laws are based on religious teachings

• A government system led by a group of theocrats

Who was Saddam Hussein?

• A military general who started a war with the USA

• A Sunni leader and President of Iran who led invaded Iran

• A Sunni leader and President of Iraq who led invaded Iran

• A democratic leader elected in Iraq in 1980

What was the main reason for the conflict between Iran and Iraq in the 1980s?

• Economic disputes over oil prices

• Religious differences & for regional leadership

• Border disputes over land & oil

• Political alliances with different superpowers

Why did Saddam Hussein invade Kuwait in 1990?

• To establish a democratic government in Kuwait

• To gain control of the oil wells and access to the Persian Gulf

• To support the Kuwaiti liberation movement

• To retaliate against Kuwaiti military aggression

What was a major international concern after Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait?

• The potential spread of communism

• The invasion of Saudi Arabia for oil resources

• The establishment of a new religious state

• The disruption of global trade routes

How many American troops were stationed in Saudi Arabia during the Gulf War?

• 500,000

• 250,000

• 100,000

• 50,000

How long did Operation Desert Storm last?

• Less than Four weeks

• About Six weeks

• Eight weeks

• More than Ten weeks

What was the primary goal of Operation Desert Storm?

• Capture Saddam Hussein

• Liberate Kuwait from Iraqi occupation

• Establish a new government in Iraq

• Gain control of oil reserves

Which technology was NOT mentioned as being used by coalition forces during the Iraqi army's defeat?

• Stealth bombers

• Laser guidance missiles

• Scud missiles

• Aerial bombings

The USA declared war on Iraq in the Persian Gulf War.

• True

• False