You need to know the location of the following countries: Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Iran.

Why is Yom Kippur an important observance in Judaism? It marks the beginning of Jewish calendar. It is a day devoted to asking for forgiveness. It celebrates the freedom of the Jewish people from Egyptian pharaohs.

It is a day devoted to asking for forgiveness

Israel Jordan Syria Lebanon After WWII, Jewish people to which country because of a deep traditional link to the region? Israel Jordan Syria Lebanon

A. Israel

The City of Jerusalem is important to which major world religion? A. Christianity B. Judaism C. Islam D. All of the above

D. All of the above

How have natural resources contributed to the economic activity of the region? Afghanistan is a global center for raising and selling horses The fertile lands of Libya and Egypt provide for a significant lumber industry. Middle Eastern oil deposits have led to significant business investments. The nations of Algeria and Tunisia have a large portion of the population working diamond and gemstone mines.

C. Middle Eastern oil deposits have led to significant business investments.

Which of the following natural resources have supported economic development in the Middle East? Gold Oil Silver Timber

B. Oil

Which group probably has the largest voice in government of most Middle Eastern countries today? Citizens Peasants Men Women

Men

All of the following are common traits among North African and Southwest Asian nations that help unify the region EXCEPT: Language Shared History Religious beliefs Political systems

D. Political Systems

Which pair of nations have democratic governments? Iraq and Iran Turkey and Israel Jordan and Morocco Saudi Arabia and Egypt

B. Turkey and Israel

How do the geographic feature shown on the map most likely influence the economies of nations in the region.

Map of deserts of North Africa and Southwest Asia. A. Mining and gemstone production form a substantial portion of many economies of the region. B. Trade with southern Africa nation is relatively easy. C. Agricultural production in significantly limited. D. Most nations of the region are wealthy form oil exports.

Deserts of the Middle East C. Agriculture is significantly limited.

Which description best summarizes the government of Saudi Arabia? It is a constitutional democracy with a President It is a theocratic government led by a council of Islamic leaders It is an absolute monarchy with unlimited power. It is a parliamentary democracy with a king as a figure head.

C. It is an absolute monarchy, with a king having all power

How did geographic factors contribute to the location of the Suez Canal? It used the Nile River to connect the Mediterranean Sea to Lake Victoria It uses a narrow land bridge to link the Mediterranean Sea to Red Sea. It used the Fertile Crescent to link the Tigris-Euphrates Rivers to the Mediterranean Sea.

It uses a narrow land bridge to link the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea

How have physical features limited the southern expansion of Egypt? A. Rift valleys B. Atlas Mountains C. Tropical Rainforests D. Rapids and waterfalls.

D. Rapids and waterfalls

Nile River

How may the 5 Pillars of Islam shape the daily activities of believers? Fasting in the mornings Duty to give to the poor each day. Time each day to attend the mosque There are certain times to pray during each day.

There are certain times to pray during each day.

Why are Muslims expected to attend, at least once, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca in Saudi Arabia?

A. To pray to the tomb of Muhammad B. To honor the sites important to early Islam C. To meet other Muslims who are in need of charity. D. To provide gifts to religious leaders.

B. To honor the sites important to early Islam

Rub al Khali = Southwest Asia Sahara = North Africa East Asia South America Northern Europe

North Africa

What two terms are illustrated in the graphic below?

What is caravan and oasis

Islam = Qur’an Christianity = Church Mosque Holy Bible Judaism

Holy Bible

What architectural feature do these mosques have in common? Domed roof Slender tower for prayers

Stained glass Very large wood doors.

Slender tower for prayers