Southwest Asia History Quiz

Which empire controlled much of Southwest Asia until the end of World War I?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• British Empire

• Persian Empire

What was a significant outcome of the San Remo Agreement in 1920?

• Unification of Southwest Asia

• Division of the Ottoman Empire into smaller countries

• Establishment of the European Union

• Creation of the United Nations

Which country was announced as a Jewish homeland by the United Nations in May 1948?

• Jordan

• Lebanon

• Israel

• Egypt

What was a major issue with the new boundaries drawn after World War I?

• They were based on natural landmarks

• They ignored ethnic and religious groups

• They were decided by local leaders

• They were temporary

Which two groups were involved in the conflict over the land announced as Israel?

• Israelis and Palestinians

• Israelis and Egyptians

• Palestinians and Jordanians

• Palestinians and Lebanese

What role does the United States play in the Arab-Israeli conflict?

• Neutral observer

• Supporter of the Palestinians

• Powerful supporter of the Israelis

• Mediator between both sides

What was a consequence for many Palestinian Arabs after the creation of Israel?

• They gained new territories

• They became refugees

• They formed a new government

• They received international aid

Which countries supported Palestinian claims to the land during the Arab-Israeli conflict?

• Egypt and Syria

• Jordan and Lebanon

• Saudi Arabia and Iraq

• Turkey and Iran

What is a major challenge in finding peaceful settlements to conflicts in Southwest Asia?

• Lack of resources

• Cultural similarities

• Arab-Israeli conflict

• Economic instability

What did the new boundaries after World War I fail to consider?

• Economic potential

• Sense of nationalism

• Military strength

• Climate conditions