Dalia Mogahed: The attitudes that sparked Arab Spring

The video discusses the Arab Spring, focusing on Egypt's role and the factors leading to the 2011 revolts. It highlights the gap between economic growth and public dissatisfaction, emphasizing the desire for freedom and democracy. The post-revolution period in Egypt is marked by optimism and increased civic engagement, with a significant role played by women. The video also explores the factors influencing men's support for women's rights, concluding that human development is key to empowerment in the Middle East.

What was a significant change in power dynamics during the Arab Spring?

• From the few to the many

• From open-source networks to guarded airwaves

• From central squares to oval offices

• From the many to the few

What was unusual about Egypt's economic situation before the Arab Spring?

• Social services were improving

• GDP per capita was decreasing

• Unemployment was decreasing

• People felt worse despite economic growth

What did many Arabs admire about Western societies?

• Their cultural traditions

• Their liberty and justice

• Their military strength

• Their economic systems

What was a common grievance among those who revolted during the Arab Spring?

• Contentment with social services

• Longing for freedom and democracy

• Satisfaction with current governance

• Desire for more economic inequality

What was a major aspiration for Egyptians after Mubarak's rule?

• To become spectators in their country's affairs

• To reduce voter turnout

• To focus on moral policing

• To have jobs, stability, and education

What was a significant change in Egyptian society after the revolution?

• Increase in economic inequality

• Increase in faith in the democratic process

• Decrease in voter turnout

• Decrease in women's participation

How did Egyptians' expectations change after Mubarak's ouster?

• They expected less from the future

• They became more pessimistic

• Their expectations for the future increased

• They lost hope in democracy

What role did women play in the Arab Spring revolts?

• They opposed the revolts

• They were passive observers

• They were not involved

• They were central and active participants

What factor is key to women's empowerment in the Middle East?

• Secularization

• Human development

• Religious reforms

• Economic isolation

What drives men's support for women's employment in the Middle East?

• Men's employment and education

• Political affiliations

• Cultural traditions

• Men's views on religion