PROGRESS IN THE DESERT

The video discusses the transformation of Bedouin tribes from nomadic lifestyles to settled communities in the Negev desert. With the Israeli government's permission, they are building permanent settlements, transitioning from herding to brickmaking. This change is revolutionary for the Bedouins, and it may inspire other tribes to adopt similar lifestyles. The shift from traditional tools to modern technology like tractors signifies progress in the desert.

What has been the traditional lifestyle of the Bedouin tribesmen?

• Nomadic wanderers

• Settled farmers

• Urban dwellers

• Industrial workers

What new activity have the Bedouins in the Negev desert taken up?

• Trading

• Fishing

• Mining

• Brickmaking and bricklaying

What condition did the Israeli government set for the Bedouins to establish permanent settlements?

• They must follow a specific design

• They must share the land

• They must pay a fee

• They must undertake all the work themselves

How have the Bedouins adapted to their new lifestyle?

• With indifference

• With enthusiasm

• With reluctance

• With difficulty

What symbolizes progress for the Bedouins in the desert?

• Building more tents

• Using modern technology like tractors

• Expanding their territory

• Increasing their livestock