Chpt 2 The Middle East Flashcards
The Middle East is also called __________.
Western Asia
Where is the Mediterranean Sea located in regard to the Middle East?
West of Israel, Lebanon, Syria
The Red Sea is located between _________ and _______.
Africa and Asia
The Dead Sea and the Caspian Sea are actually ________.
Lakes
The Dead Sea is the _______________.
Lowest body of water
Caspian Sea is the ___________________.
Largest lake in the world
The Middle East has _ seasons.
2
Winter is from _____ to _____.
October to April
Summer is from ______ to _______.
May to September
How is climate change impacting the Middle East?
Extreme heat is expected to increase and rainfall is expected to decline.
What happens in the region when it does rain?
Extreme flooding
The Syrian desert is made from ____________.
Lava flows
The Arabian desert is the ___ largest desert.
2nd
The Arabian desert consists of __________________.
Rolling sand dunes
Why is the Middle East called the cradle of civilization?
The first place where complex cities grew
What early achievements are from the ME?
Wheel, written word, agriculture
What religions originated in the ME?
Judaism, Christianity, Islam
The ______ Empire ruled the ME from 1299-1918
Ottoman
What started the War on Terror?
After the 9/11 attacks on World Trade Center
What countries are oil-producing countries in the ME?
Saudi Arabia, Iran, Kuwait, Iraq, UAE
____ of the world’s oil comes from the ME.
1/3
The ME also has the largest _________ reserves made of ________.
Natural gas, methane
Methane is _________ than oil.
Cleaner
The capital of Iran is _________.
Tehran
Iranian core culture is the principal of ____________.
Taarof (politeness)
The Iranians have a ________ economy.
Diverse
How has the Iranian economy survived sanctions?
Using an informal payment system
What are the sanctions against Iran for?
Set goals for Iran to dismantle nuclear weapons
How does Iran censor the Internet?
Block access to the Internet, social media, communication platforms, political, social, and religious content
Intentionally slow Internet connections
Manipulate online discussions
Punish bloggers
Cyberattacks against human rights organizations/government critics
In Persia, women cover their hair with _______.
Chadors
In Arabia, women cover their hair with _______.
Abayas
What are the two major sects of Islam?
Sunni and Shia
Muslims are to pray _ times a day.
5
Muslims fast during _________.
Ramadan
Muslims make a ___________ to Mecca.
Pilgrimage (Hajj)
When visiting Iran Americans must have a ________.
Guide
Men cannot wear _____________________________.
Shorts, tight shirts, sleeveless shirts
Women have to wear ____________________________.
Scarves over head/neck, loose fitting pants (legs covered), baggy top to mid-thighs.
Most Israelis consider themselves __________.
European
In Israel __ live in urban areas.
92%
In Israel __ of the country is Jewish.
75%
Summers in Israel are ____________.
Dry and hot
Winters in Israel are _____________.
Cool and rainy
Israel is the land of the _______.
Bible
The official religion of Israel is ___________.
Judaism
The Jewish holy book is the ___________.
Torah (Old Testament)
Jews worship in a ___________.
Synagogue
Technology has _________.
Transformed
__ percent of exports are ____________________________________________.
50; military, advanced technology, or security systems
Teva Pharmaceuticals is the world’s __________________.
The largest manufacturer of prescription drugs.
The official language of Israel is __________.
Hebrew
Israelis dress ________ for work.
Casual
Military service is mandated for whom?
Men and women
What law is Saudi Arabia governed by?
Sharia Law
What is Saudi Arabia’s climate?
Hot, desert, scarce rainfall
What are the 3 regions of Saudi Arabia?
Najd (political/cultural)
Hijas (religion)
Al-Ahsa (oil)
Who is the world’s leading exporter of oil?
Saudi Arabia
What is the mandate for digital transformation and going away from oil revenue ideas called?
Saudi 2030 Vision
How many unskilled labor do immigrants/guest workers provide in SA?
76%
What percentage of the workforce are women in SA?
22%
What are the black robes that expose a woman’s eyes, hands, and feet?
Abaya
In SA what does business have to be worked around?
Call to prayer 5 times a day
Why is nepotism viewed as a good thing?
Shows that someone is known & trusted
What is the Saudi work week?
Sun-Thu
What is the purpose of Neom?
Advanced technology & business
Who is considered to be the tribal head, ultimate decision maker, and who mediates disputes?
Sheik
Who gets custody of children in divorce in SA?
Men
What is the family structure in the UAE?
Distinct hierarchy within family
