Unit 3 SW Asia History Review

What was the Ottoman Empire?

• A former empire that controlled much of the Middle East before World War I.

• A modern country in Europe.

• A trade agreement between Britain and France.

• A religious movement in Asia.

What was a result of the creation of Israel?

• Conflict as Arabs opposed the division.

• Immediate peace in the region.

• Unification of all Middle Eastern countries.

• End of antisemitism.

Why did Britain and France split control of the region after World War I?

• To divide Ottoman land for their own interests.

• To create a Jewish homeland.

• To promote peace in the Middle East.

• To end antisemitism.

Which group opposed the creation of Israel?

• Arabs

• Britain

• France

• Jews

Which of the following is NOT a key term from the study guide?

• Treaty of Versailles

• Partition

• Sykes-Picot Agreement

• Ottoman Empire

How did the creation of artificial borders affect the region?

• It created conflict among groups forced to live together.

• It led to economic prosperity.

• It united all ethnic groups.

• It ended all religious differences.

What is the main focus of Zionism?

• Establishing a Jewish homeland.

• Promoting trade in the Middle East.

• Ending World War I.

• Dividing Ottoman territories.

What fuels ongoing disputes over land in the Middle East according to the learning material?

• Competing religious claims

• Economic interests

• Climate change

• Foreign intervention

What caused the Sunni vs. Shia split in Islam?

• Disagreement over leadership after Muhammad’s death

• Disputes over holy sites

• Economic differences

• Language barriers

What is the main difference between Sunni and Shia Muslims?

• They have differing beliefs about leadership

• They speak different languages

• They live in different countries

• They follow different holy books