Which best explains the role of communication technology in the Egyptian revolution of 2011?

cell phones- people communicate during war & tell the story

Which architectural feature do these mosques have in common?

A slender tower for calling out prayers

How may the Five Pillars of Islam shape the daily activities of believers?

There are certain times to pray during each day.

How have physical features limited the southern expansion of Egyptian territory?

Rapids & waterfalls at the Nile River limited transportation

cultural factors contributed to reference brought to the negotiations by Sadat, leader of Egypt

Muslim religion/Egypt location near Israel/history conflict

The government's decision to shutoff cell & Internet systems impact protesters' technology?

protesters used cameras on cell phones to record the events

Why is Yom Kippur an important observance in Judaism?

day devoted to asking for forgiveness.

How has distribution of natural resources in SW Asia and N. Africa affected economic patterns?

nations in the region have wealth from the sale of oil.

From the photograph, what was the likely outcome of the talks?

talks ended with a historic agreement.

Efforts of King Hassan II & Disney engineers to construct the Morocco pavilion is an example of

the benefits of cooperation between different cultures

How do the geographic features shown on the map influence the economies of these nations?

Agricultural production is significantly limited.

Which description best summarizes the government of Saudi Arabia?

absolute monarchy, with a king having all power.

Which opportunity to participate in the government do both nations protect?

Right to communicate with government officials

Muslims are expected to attend the a Hajj, or pilgrimage to Makkah, in Saudi Arabia in order to

honor the sites important to early Islam

Which of the following describes the rights & responsibilities of Qatari citizens?

Education is a right, defense of country is a responsibility

How will increased use of mobile phones & internet be a positive influence of societies

Governments will allow greater participation by citizens.

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1
Which best explains the role of communication technology in the Egyptian revolution of 2011?
phones helped protesters to speak with government officials
cell phones- people communicate during war & tell the story
Television was key to gaining widespread Egyptian support
cell phones/important ,Internet was critical to organizing
2
Which architectural feature do these mosques have in common?
A slender tower for calling out prayers
A domed roof to cover the building
Stained glass that shows religious images
Very large wooden doors at the entrance
3
How may the Five Pillars of Islam shape the daily activities of believers?
There is time each day to attend the mosque.
There is fasting in the mornings.
There is a duty to give to the poor each day.
There are certain times to pray during each day.
4
How have physical features limited the southern expansion of Egyptian territory?
Rapids & waterfalls at the Nile River limited transportation
rift valleys separated Egypt from southern neighbors.
Tropical rainforests restricted the southern expansion
Atlas Mts served as a barrier to travel across S Egypt.
5
Some Jewish people migrated to which establish area because traditional links to the region?
Israel
Jordan
Lebanon
Syria
6
cultural factors contributed to reference brought to the negotiations by Sadat, leader of Egypt
Jewish religion/Egypt location near Israel, history conflict
Jewish religion, Egypt small land area, no history conflict
Muslim religion, Egypt location without access to the sea,
Muslim religion/Egypt location near Israel/history conflict
7
The government's decision to shutoff cell & Internet systems impact protesters' technology?
protesters used cameras on cell phones to record the events
Protesters returned to pen and paper for communication.
Many protesters used text messages instead of voice calls
Protesters turned to state-run television for news.
8
Which letter indicates the nation of Iran?
B
A
C
D
9
Why is Yom Kippur an important observance in Judaism?
honors the bravery of Jewish people
day devoted to asking for forgiveness.
celebrates the freedom of Jewish people from the Egyptian
beginning of the Jewish calendar.
10
How has distribution of natural resources in SW Asia and N. Africa affected economic patterns?
region is home to many factories producing exports.
majority of people living in region work in diamond mines.
nations in the region have wealth from the sale of oil.
growing lumber industry has developed in the region.
11
From the photograph, what was the likely outcome of the talks?
talks ended with a historic agreement.
talks successful for Egypt & Israel, but U.S. was not happy
talks broke down when the leaders could not reach agreement.
talks ended with a partial agreement that satisfied no one.
12
Efforts of King Hassan II & Disney engineers to construct the Morocco pavilion is an example of
conflicts that emerge when different cultures mix together
issues with communicating between people/different cultures
the benefits of cooperation between different cultures
blending of two cultures that create a new culture
13
How do the geographic features shown on the map influence the economies of these nations?
Agricultural production is significantly limited.
Most nations of the region are wealthy from oil exports.
Trade with southern African nations is relatively easy.
Mining & gemstone production form a portion of economies
14
Which description best summarizes the government of Saudi Arabia?
parliamentary democracy with a king as the figurehead.
absolute monarchy, with a king having all power.
theocratic government led by a council of Islamic leaders.
constitutional democracy with elected assembly & president.
15
As a result of Muslim conquests during the Middle Ages, many people living SW Asia and N Africa
speak Arabic
trade spices
worship many gods
live in nomadic tribes
16
Which opportunity to participate in the government do both nations protect?
Right to the free exercise of religion
Right to join corporate bodies
Right to communicate with government officials
Right to vote
17
One way Turkish citizens may not influence the political process is by...
running for political office
attending a military school
voting in elections
joining political party
18
Which major geographic factor dominates nations in the region of North Africa & Southwest Asia?
A collection of vast deserts
A set of high mountains
A system of large canyons
A huge fresh water sea
19
Muslims are expected to attend the a Hajj, or pilgrimage to Makkah, in Saudi Arabia in order to
meet other Muslims who are in need of charity
provide gifts to religious leaders
pray at the tomb of Muhammad
honor the sites important to early Islam
20
Which of the following describes the rights & responsibilities of Qatari citizens?
Freedom/press is a right, protect property a responsibility
Inheritance is a right, free expression is a responsibility.
Free expression a right & practice religion a responsibility
Education is a right, defense of country is a responsibility
21
Which two nations in the region of Southwest Asia have democratic government?
Jordan and Morocco
Turkey and Israel
Iraq and Iran
Saudi Arabia and Egypt
22
How will increased use of mobile phones & internet be a positive influence of societies
More citizens will become fluent in Arabic.
Western movies and music will become more popular.
Governments will allow greater participation by citizens.
National military forces will communicate more effectively.

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