1. Bedouins “Inhabitants of the desert”
Arabian Peninsula, Negev, Syrian and Sinai Deserts
Organized into clans led by Sheikhs
Typically, are nomadic and raise herds of camels, sheep or goats

6. Changes to Traditional Bedouin Life
1950s and 1960s saw a dramatic decrease in the population- why?
Growth in cities and education, drought and loss of land
Bedouins make up less than 10% of the entire Arab population
Largest population is in Saudi Arabia

7. On your handout…
In 2-3 sentences, explain which of the traditional Middle Eastern ways of life you would have most wanted to live in and why.
Nomadic Life
Village Life
City Life