7th People of Middle East

Why does Turkey have an advantage over other countries in Southwest Asia (Middle East) with regard to the distribution of water?

• because Turkey’s economy is less dependent on industries that create large amounts of water pollution

• because the Black Sea, the largest source of freshwater in the region, is located off of Turkey’s northern coast

• because the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, two of the primary sources of freshwater in the region, originate in Turkey

• because Turkey’s population is less dependent on commercial agriculture than other countries in the region

Which statement BEST explains how dams built in Turkey impact the relationships with neighboring countries?

• Turkey’s extensive dams on the two rivers have increased the amount of water that can be used for irrigation in Syria and Iraq causing economic growth

• Turkey's extensive dams on the two rivers have reduced the flow of water into Syria and Iraq causing conflict.

• Dams built in Turkey provide an unstable system of transportation through Syria and Iraq decreases economic growth.

• 
  Dams built in Turkey provide an equal distribution of water through Syria and Iraq limiting conflict.

"Akram is a farmer in Turkey, near the large city of Gaziantep. For many years, he irrigated his farm with water from a nearby river and grew the same type of crops. Around this time Gaziantep’s population increased rapidly in size. Now, Akram cannot get anything to grow even though he keeps his field well watered." 

What MOST LIKELY caused the failure of Akram’s farm?

• The fertilizer for the crops became too expensive.

• The river used to irrigate his crops became polluted.

• The crops were not suited to growing in the desert.

• The city of Aleppo has used up all of the water resources.

Which statement BEST describes where the most densely populated areas of Iraq are located?

• Most are located near the Suez Canal.

• Most are located near the Caspian Sea.

• Most are located near the Arabian and Red Seas.

• Most are located near the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers.

Based on the maps, which of the following conclusions can be drawn?

• The northern region of Southwest Asia (Middle East) is home only to nomads and small groups.

• The people in Southwest Asia (Middle East) mostly live near rivers, coastline, or other water sources.

• 
  The large, flat plains in the southern region of Southwest Asia (Middle East) can support large populations.

• The harsh climate in the northern region of Southwest Asia (Middle East) keeps people from settling there.

 "Omar and Youssef speak the same language but live in different cities. They share similar customs and grew up eating the same kinds of food. Both men study the same holy book and make sure to pray five times each day. "

Based on the information, which statement BEST describes the ethnic and religious identities of Omar and Youssef?

• 
  Omar and Youssef are members of the same ethnic group, but they follow different religions.

• Omar and Youssef are members of different ethnic groups, but they follow the same religion.

• Omar and Youssef are members of the same ethnic group, they follow the same religion and they live in the same city.

• Omar and Youssef are members of the same ethnic group and follow the same religion and they live in different cities.

The diversity of religions within the Arab, Persian, and Kurdish ethnic groups in Southwest Asia is a major contributing factor to which of the following?

• Environmental pollution in the region

• A focus on civil rights for citizens

• Cooperation among the groups

• 
  Violent conflict in the region

Which is a difference between the religious practices of the Persian and Kurdish populations of Southwest Asia?

• While most Persians practice Sunni Islam, most Kurdish people practice Judaism.

• While most Persians practice Shia Islam, most Kurdish people practice Sunni Islam

• While most Persians practice Shia Islam, most Kurdish people practice Christianity.

• While most Persians practice Sunni Islam, most Kurdish people practice Shia Islam.

Why do the majority of people in Southwest Asia (Middle East) practice Judaism, Christianity, or Islam

• The religions were all founded in Southwest Asia

• It is illegal to practice any other faith in the region.

• 
  People seeking religious freedom often settle there.

• All Southwest Asian countries are ruled by the churches.

Wahtnif wakes up every Sunday to attend church with is family. He prays before bed and recites scripture from the Bible Wahtnif is from the ___________ faith.

• Jewish

• Islamic

• Christian