Understanding the Iraq Conflict and the Rise of ISIS

What was one of the main reasons for the US invasion of Iraq in 2003?

• To establish a democratic government

• To eliminate weapons of mass destruction

• To control Iraq's oil reserves

• To support the Shia majority

What was the result of the US invasion in terms of sectarian power dynamics in Iraq?

• The US maintained control over Iraq

• The Shia majority took control

• The Sunni minority gained power

• The Kurds established independence

What percentage of the Muslim world is made up of Sunnis?

• 20%

• 100%

• 50%

• 80%

Which two countries are the most powerful players in the Sunni-Shia conflict?

• Turkey and Egypt

• Saudi Arabia and Iran

• Jordan and Lebanon

• Pakistan and Afghanistan

What event in 2010 significantly changed the situation in the Middle East?

• The Arab Spring

• The US withdrawal from Iraq

• The Iraq War

• The fall of Saddam Hussein

What was the new name of ISI after expanding into Syria?

• ISIS

• Boko Haram

• Al-Qaeda

• Taliban

How did ISIS's approach differ from other terrorist groups?

• They focused on peaceful negotiations

• They were less violent

• They were more radical and violent

• They avoided religious motivations

What was one of the consequences of ISIS's actions in the territories they controlled?

• Increased support from al-Qaeda

• Peaceful coexistence with other groups

• Withdrawal of support from Saudi Arabia

• Establishment of a democratic state

What was a major factor that allowed ISIS to gain territory in Iraq?

• Support from the United Nations

• The loyalty of the Iraqi army

• Strong support from the Iraqi government

• Corruption and discrimination by the Iraqi government

What unusual cooperation was considered to combat ISIS?

• Iran and Saudi Arabia

• The US and Iran

• Russia and China

• Turkey and Israel