Middle East Relations and League of Nations Mandates Quiz

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What event marked the end of League of Nations mandates in the Middle East?

The Arab countries' invasion of Israel

The independence declaration of Israel (correct)

The Balfour Declaration

The recognition of Israel by the US and USSR

Why did Jews start emigrating to Palestine from Europe?

To escape the economic recession in Europe

To avoid military conscription in European countries

To find a homeland as promised by the Balfour Declaration (correct)

To establish political dominance in the region

What was a key factor that led to tensions in Palestine between different religious groups?

The lack of popular voice towards government leaders

The support from the League of Nations

The promise of a Jewish homeland in the Balfour Declaration (correct)

The abundance of natural resources in the region

Which countries invaded Israel shortly after it declared independence?

Jordan, Syria, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of Arab countries to Israel's successful defense against multiple invasions?

They were embarrassed that such a small state defeated them Signup and view all the answers

Which document promised to support a Jewish homeland in Palestine?

Balfour Declaration Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant concern raised by many in the Arab world during this time?

Lack of popular voice towards government leaders Signup and view all the answers

What was one of the main reasons for the deposition of many Arab rulers?

Inability to defeat Israel Signup and view all the answers

Which historical union briefly united Syria and Egypt under one government?

United Arab Republic Signup and view all the answers

What philosophy advocates for Arabs to live in one nation-state spanning the Middle East?

Pan-Arabism Signup and view all the answers

Which movement aimed to return to an Islamic form of government, starting with the revolution in Iran in 1979?

Islamic Revolution Signup and view all the answers

What are rentier states in the Middle East known for?

Exchanging civil liberties for oil wealth Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant consequence of rapid economic growth in the Middle East for guest workers?

$140 monthly salary for company drivers Signup and view all the answers

Which factor plays a significant role in financing extremist actions globally, according to experts?

State-controlled oil revenues Signup and view all the answers

What was a major flaw leading to the demise of the United Arab Republic?

Cultural differences between Syria and Egypt Signup and view all the answers

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