African Geography and Politics Quiz

<p>A territorial dispute based on religious and historical claims. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Overuse of resources, leading to deforestation and soil salinization. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is the area where agriculture was first developed. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Internal political and social instability coupled with economic strife. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A mountainous terrain with numerous high peaks. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The majority of Muslims are peaceful and oppose extremism. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To impose Sharia law and create an Islamic state. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A tamed animal is accustomed to humans, while a domesticated animal has been selectively bred for specific traits. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rice (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is a significant escalation in the long-standing conflict with potentially far-reaching consequences. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The absence of a clear understanding of the historical context and disputed territories. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>ISIS primarily focuses on creating a state, while Al Qaeda aims for global domination. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It formally ended the Ottoman Empire after World War I. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Oil discovery significantly influenced both the economic and political landscapes of the Middle East. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Uneven distribution of water sources and growing populations putting strain on resources. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A significant reduction in the need for foreign investment and influence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It has a very low sulfur content, making it less environmentally damaging to refine. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It resulted in Israel controlling a majority of water resources in the West Bank, increasing Palestinian reliance on Israeli water. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Sinai Peninsula (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Shah's attempts to modernize Iran, which clashed with traditional Islamic values. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The vulnerability of oil-producing economies to fluctuations in oil prices. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The availability of fresh water resources. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Egypt (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The younger generation's access to information and awareness of political issues through social media. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Extensive grasslands and savannas. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Al Assad Regime (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Rub'al-Khali (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased political stability. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Atlas Mountains (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Natural resources and proximity (B), Historical conflicts and legacies (D), Population demographics and distribution (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Alborz Mountains (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Poaching for their fur (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Excessive water diversion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Asir Mountains are located in a desert climate, while the Alborz Mountains are in a temperate climate. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was the last emperor of Ethiopia and led the country through a period of modernization and progress. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are known for their exceptional ski resorts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The history of colonization by European powers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Pumping water from the Red Sea into a desalination plant and returning the residue to the Dead Sea. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The region where agriculture first developed, considered the Cradle of Civilization.

The eastern Mediterranean region at the top of the peninsula, important in ancient agriculture.

A farming method relying on rainfall, practiced in regions like Levant and Upper Mesopotamia.

Farming that uses water from systems like rivers to water crops, mainly in lower Mesopotamia.

The process of breeding plants or animals for specific traits over generations.

The buildup of salt in soil due to evaporation, harming crop productivity.

Using agricultural resources beyond sustainable levels, leading to degradation.

Christianity, Islam, and Judaism, all monotheistic and originating from the same region, with holy sites in Jerusalem.

A defined territory governed by a representative government.

Power and influence of a government over its territory.

Political relations influenced by geography, resources, and boundaries.

The process where local actions affect global relations and economies.

Measure of a country's economic, social, and institutional growth.

Threats to state stability from groups like terrorists.

The number of people living in a given area, often linked to resources.

Leaders who exploit anti-immigration sentiments to gain support.

A religion that brings stability and unity to the Middle East.

A powerful political entity in Europe and Western Asia that collapsed after WWI.

A terrorist organization that once controlled parts of Syria and Iraq but lost territorial status in 2019.

A Palestinian militant group involved in conflicts with Israel, notably attacking on Oct 7.

A terrorist organization founded by Osama Bin Laden, known for its international influence.

A Sunni Muslim group that ruled Afghanistan and imposes Sharia law.

Conflicts that contributed to the decline of the Ottoman Empire.

A deadly and ongoing conflict between Israelis and Palestinians, worsened by the Hamas attack.

The younger population, mainly under 25, uses social media to learn about global rights and protests.

A series of protests in Arab countries aiming for political change and rights, leading to some overthrows.

Mohamed Morsi was elected in 2012 but was overthrown by Abdel Fatah Al Sisi in a coup in 2013.

After Gaddafi's overthrow in 2011, Libya has been in a persistent civil war with two rival governments.

Protests against Al Assad in Syria worsened into a civil war with reports of severe human rights abuses.

An anti-Israeli militant group and political party with significant power in Lebanon.

Mountain range in northwest Africa separating the Mediterranean from the Sahara, home to the Berber people.

Species like Barbary stag and Cuvier gazelle are native to the Sahara region.

A mountain range in SW Saudi Arabia known for its diversity and highest landmass in the Arabian Peninsula.

Mountains that create a cooler ecosystem between the South Caspian Sea and the Iranian Peninsula, known for excellent skiing.

A salt lake that is the lowest point on earth, known for its high salinity and mud beaches.

The last emperor of Ethiopia, known for ending slavery and modernizing the nation.

The period when Ethiopia regained sovereignty from British control, with significant events from the 1935 Italian invasion to the 61 independence.

A political group in Ethiopia that has been a significant player in the region's ethnic conflicts from 1991 to 2018.

An endangered species found in Eastern Africa, threatened by habitat loss and poaching.

An endangered carnivore in Ethiopia, suffering from diseases transmitted by domestic dogs.

Palestine came under British control after the Ottoman Empire fell, permitting Jewish settlement.

The UN divided Palestine into Israel and Palestine, placing Jerusalem under international governance.

The Gaza Strip, West Bank, and East Jerusalem are central to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Water scarcity and distribution are key conflicts, with shared resources among Israelis and Palestinians.

An agreement granting Israel control of about 87% of West Bank water resources, affecting Palestinian dependence.

A type of crude oil with low sulfur content, making it desirable for production.

Countries reliant on oil face economic ups and downs based on oil price changes.

Some Middle Eastern countries are expanding industries beyond oil to ensure economic stability.