The Middle East
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Which region is often referred to as the Cradle of Civilization?

  • Middle East (correct)
  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe

    • Which religious groups trace their spiritual origins to the Middle East?

  • Sikhs and Jains
  • Christians and Muslims (correct)
  • Buddhists and Hindus
  • Jews and Christians

    • What is one of the main sources of tension in the Middle East?

  • Ethnic conflicts
  • Economic disparities
  • Religious strife (correct)
  • Political rivalries

    • Why are the tribal and religious tensions in the Middle East significant to the U.S.?

    <p>The U.S. is heavily dependent on Middle Eastern oil and gas reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Middle East play in the development of civilization?

    <p>It was where writing began and the idea of an all-powerful God took root</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which region is known as the Cradle of Civilization?

    <p>Middle East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate total population of Christians, Muslims, and Jews who trace their spiritual origins to the Middle East?

    <p>4 billion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key factors that make the tribal and religious tensions in the Middle East significant to the U.S.?

    <p>Oil and gas reserves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main source of religious strife in the Middle East?

    <p>Tensions between different branches of Islam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Middle East play in the development of writing?

    <p>Significant role</p> Signup and view all the answers

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