Southwest Asia: A Region of Many Faiths and Conflicts

The main religion in Southwest Asia is:

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

Southwest Asia is home to which major religions and significant minorities?

• Islam and Christianity with Jewish minorities

• Hinduism and Buddhism with Sikh minorities

• Christianity and Judaism with Hindu minorities

• Buddhism and Sikhism with Christian minorities

Sunni Islam is a branch of Islam followed by:

• Christians

• Hindus

• Muslims

• Buddhists

Where is Shia Islam found?

• Iran

• India

• Indonesia

• Saudi Arabia

Ibadism is a branch of which religion?

• Christianity

• Islam

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

The major ethnic groups in Southwest Asia are:

• Arabs, Persians, Turks, Kurds, and Jews

• Arabs, Chinese, Indians, and Russians

• Africans, Europeans, Australians, and Americans

• Latinos, Native Americans, Eskimos, and Hawaiians

Immigrant populations fit in Southwest Asia by:

• integrating into local cultures and economies

• remaining isolated from local communities

• dominating the political landscape

• having no impact on the region

Cultural practices are important in Southwest Asia because they:

• preserve historical traditions and values.

• are mandated by government policies.

• are influenced by Western cultures.

• are primarily for entertainment purposes.

Gender roles in Southwest Asia are influenced by various factors. Which of the following is a primary influence on gender roles in this region?

• Religion

• Climate

• Technology

• Cuisine

What traditional roles do women have in Southwest Asia?

• Homemakers and caregivers

• Political leaders

• Military personnel

• Technology innovators