Challenges and Dynamics of the Middle East and North Africa

Which river valleys were mentioned as historically significant?

• Mississippi, Tigris, and Amazon

• Nile, Amazon, and Mississippi

• Nile, Tigris, and Euphrates

• Danube, Yangtze, and Nile

What percentage of youth unemployment has the Middle East experienced in recent years?

• Over 35%

• Nearly 30%

• Around 25%

• About 15%

What sparked the Arab Spring in 2011?

• Protests against governments

• Government reforms

• Peaceful protests

• Economic prosperity

Which two countries are competing for regional dominance in the Middle East?

• Saudi Arabia and Iran

• Iraq and Syria

• Qatar and UAE

• Egypt and Turkey

What is the main religious divide in the Middle East?

• Sunni and Shia Islam

• Buddhism and Hinduism

• Christianity and Judaism

• Shia Islam and Christianity

What is a major global concern related to the Middle East?

• Automobile production

• Energy prices

• Technology exports

• Textile industry

Why do many countries support Israel?

• Its large oil reserves

• Its democratic and economic success

• Its tourism industry

• Its military power

What increases the risk of a nuclear war in the Middle East?

• Economic sanctions

• More countries acquiring nuclear weapons

• Oil price fluctuations

• Water scarcity

Which group is sponsored by Iran?

• ISIS

• Taliban

• Al-Qaeda

• Hezbollah

What has been a major consequence of the Syrian Civil War?

• Economic growth

• Increased tourism

• A refugee crisis

• Improved infrastructure