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WorksheetsMiddle East Culture, Economics, Conflict
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 13mins
What Southwest Asian country is currently the most war-torn due to a years-long civil war?
Iraq
Iran
Israel
Syria
The State of ____________ was created in 1948 to serve as a safe haven for Jews following the Holocaust.
Iraq
Iran
Israel
Syria
Christianity, Islam, and Judaism are all religions that follow one god, known as ______________________.
Polytheism
Monotheism
Animism
Syncretism
Which of the following are true about the religion of Islam? (3 are true.)
Holy book is the Torah
Muslims following the 5 Pillars of Faith, including hajj
Mecca is the holiest city, home of the Kaaba
Muslims pray toward the Kaaba five times each day
Islam was founded by Abraham, whom they consider the last prophet sent by God to reveal his teachings.
Which of the following statements are true about Christianity? (3 are true)
Christians believe that Jesus was the Messiah or savior.
Holy book is the Bible
Christians worship in a synagogue
Christians follow the Ten Commandments.
Which of the following statements are true about Judaism? (3 are true)
Jews are waiting for the Messiah
Holy book is the Old Testament
Jews worship in a synagogue
Jews fast on Yom Kippur
Which of the following are true of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam? (Multiple answers)
All believe in Jesus, but differ in their believe as to his role
All are monotheistic
All believe in the same God
All have roots with Abraham
All began in Southwest Asia
Which of the following are reasons for conflict in the Middle East? (Multiple answers)
Ethnic differences (Arabs, Persians, Pashtuns, Kurds)
Whether Israelis or Palestinians should control Israel
Differences between Sunni and Shiite Muslims
Conflict over territory and natural resources
Residents of this country are mostly Persian, not Arab.
Iraq
Iran
Syria
Israel
This country was invaded by the United States and allies following 9.11 as they were believed to harbor terrorists.
Iran
Iraq
Afghanistan
Syria
This country was invaded by the US after 9.11 due to suspicions of "weapons of mass destruction," though in the end none were found. Their leader, Saddam Hussein, was removed from power and tried in international court.
Iran
Iraq
Afghanistan
Syria
This country is home to multiple ethnic groups, including the Kurds and Arabs, and both major Islamic groups, the Sunni and the Shiia. This diversity has caused tension throughout much of its history.
Iran
Iraq
Syria
Israel
This country is a close ally of the United States. Last year, our embassy was moved to Jerusalem.
Iraq
Iran
Syria
Israel
Which of the following are causes of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? (Multiple answers)
Both groups want the same land
Israel was established as a safe haven for Jews following WWII
Jerusalem is a holy city for Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, with holy structures for all three in Old City Jerusalem
What is the most precious and needed resource in the Middle East?
Water
Petroleum
Salt
The Middle East is a leading producer of which natural, non-renewable resource?
Salt
Salt diamonds
Oil
Gold
What organization is an example of international cooperation in the Middle East?
Organization of United Arab Emirates
Organization of Petroleum Producers
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
Asian Union
What makes OPEC powerful? (Multiple answers)
Control 44% of world oil production and over 80% of reserves
Set quotas for member nations' oil production, therefore impacting price
Has the power to enact an oil embargo, which could create a crisis for the US
US is solely dependent upon them for oil
Which country both produces and consumes the most oil?
United States
Saudi Arabia
China
India
What are some reasons the US consumes so much more oil than other countries? (Multiple answers)
Majority of population can afford a vehicle
Limited public transportation options
Majority of population lives outside cities
US holds some of its oil in reserves
This form of art is used by Muslims when praying
Mosaics
Calligraphy
Prayer rugs
Stained glass
This form of art is often found in mosques and sometimes churches; small pieces of glass are made into an intricate geometric or floral design, but sometimes depict a person
Calligraphy
Mosaics
Geometric tiles
Stained glass
This form of art often adorns mosques and feature repeating shapes
Geometric tiles
Mosaics
Calligraphy
Stained glass
This art of beautiful handwriting has ties to the Quran, but can be tied to many different Middle Eastern cultures
Stained glass
Calligraphy
Mosaics
Prayer runs
This form of art is featured in Christian churches worldwide and often depicts Biblical scenes or symbols
Mosaics
Geometric tiles
Stained glass
Prayer rugs
