MENA Common Questions

Who was called by God to lead the Jewish people to Canaan?

• Moses

• Abraham

• David

• Solomon

The creation of Israel was influenced by the events of which major global conflict?

• Revolutionary War

• Cold War

• World War II

• Vietnam War

What did the Ottomans rename the capital city Constantinople?

• Istanbul

• Ankara

• Izmir

• Bursa

What country controlled the area west of present-day Jordan to the Mediterranean Sea during WWI and WWII?

• France

• Germany

• United Kingdom

• Italy

Why is the Arabian Peninsula important to other countries around the world?

• It is a major agricultural hub.

• It is a significant source of oil.

• It is a leading technology center.

• It is a primary tourist destination.

What word best describes the climate of this region?

• Tropical

• Temperate

• Arid

• Polar

What industry contributes most to the economy of the Arabian Peninsula?

• Agriculture

• Technology

• Oil and Gas

• Tourism

Who prevented Afghan children from being educated?

• The Taliban

• The United Nations

• The Soviet Union

• The British Empire

Who are Bedouin?

• Nomads of the desert

• Citizens of Iraq

• Traders from Algeria

• Guest workers in Dubai

Think about the history of the Nile River and the function of the Aswan High Dam. How does the Aswan High Dam benefit the Egyptian people?

• It increases the risk of flooding.

• It provides hydroelectric power and controls flooding.

• It reduces the amount of arable land.

• It decreases water availability.