SW Asia

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An ethnic group that mostly lives in the Middle East and North Africa. Most Arabs speak Arabic and many follow Islam, but they can belong to different religions.

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Arabs

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A monotheistic religion based on the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Christians believe Jesus is the Son of God and the Savior of the world.

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Christianity

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A group of people who share common cultural traits such as language, ancestry, traditions, and sometimes religion.

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Ethnic Group

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A monotheistic religion based on the teachings of the prophet Muhammad. Followers of Islam are called Muslims, and they believe in one God, called Allah.

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Islam

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A way of bringing water to crops using channels, pipes, or sprinklers, especially in dry areas.

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Irrigation

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A monotheistic religion that began with the ancient Hebrews. It is one of the oldest religions in the world, and its followers are called Jews.

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Judaism

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An ethnic group found mainly in parts of Turkey, Iraq, Iran, and Syria. Most Kurds are Muslim, and they speak the Kurdish language.

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Kurds

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An ethnic group that mainly lives in Iran. Most Persians speak Farsi (Persian), and the majority are Shi’a Muslims.

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Persians

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Groups of people who share the same religious beliefs and practices. Examples include Christians, Muslims, and Jews.

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Religious Groups

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When there are limited resources available to meet people's needs and wants. This means people must make choices about how to use what they have.

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Scarcity