Saudi Arabia and Iran Compared

The video compares Iran and Saudi Arabia, highlighting their political systems, religious differences, demographics, economies, and climates. Both countries have authoritarian governments, with Iran being a theocratic republic and Saudi Arabia an absolute monarchy. The Shia-Sunni divide is a significant religious difference. Economically, both rely on oil, but Iran has diversified more. Socially, Iran offers more freedoms, especially for women. Geographically, Iran is more diverse, while Saudi Arabia is more urban. Both countries have significant military capabilities but lack nuclear weapons. Uniting could make them a global powerhouse.

What type of government does Iran have?

• Absolute Monarchy

• Theocratic Republic

• Federal Republic

• Democratic Monarchy

Which branch of Islam is predominantly practiced in Saudi Arabia?

• Sufi Islam

• Shia Islam

• Sunni Islam

• Ahmadiyya Islam

Which country has a larger population despite having less land area?

• Neither, both have more land

• Saudi Arabia

• Iran

• Both have the same population

What is a major economic dependency for both Iran and Saudi Arabia?

• Agriculture

• Oil Industry

• Technology

• Tourism

Which country has a more varied climate?

• Both have the same climate

• Saudi Arabia

• Iran

• Neither, both are tropical

What is a significant strategic location controlled by Iran?

• Strait of Hormuz

• Panama Canal

• Suez Canal

• Bosporus Strait

What percentage of the world's oil is produced by Iran and Saudi Arabia combined?

• 10%

• 18%

• 25%

• 30%