Cultural Diffusion in the Middle East

Why is the Middle East considered important?

• It has a lot of oil and diverse religions.

• It is the largest continent.

• It has the most rivers.

• It is the coldest region.

Which language spread across the Middle East after the rise of Islam?

• Arabic

• Spanish

• French

• Chinese

What unified Southwest Asia and North Africa?

• The Islamic Empire

• The Roman Empire

• The British Empire

• The Mongol Empire

Who created new borders in Southwest Asia after World War I?

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

• America

What is a major cause of recent conflicts in Southwest Asia?

• Disputes over territory

• Lack of water

• Climate change

• Language barriers

How do oil-rich nations in Southwest Asia protect their industries?

• Through OPEC

• By building dams

• By planting trees

• By reducing taxes

What does OPEC regulate?

• Oil production and prices

• Water supply

• Food distribution

• Air quality

What did the diffusion of Arabic language help exchange?

• Knowledge in science, medicine, and trade

• Recipes and cooking techniques

• Fashion and clothing styles

• Music and dance

What is a result of ignoring ethnic and religious groups in border creation?

• Lasting tensions and conflicts

• Increased tourism

• Economic prosperity

• Cultural festivals

What does the Middle East have a lot of, making it important?

• Oil

• Gold

• Diamonds

• Silver