Physical Features
What are the exotic rivers?
Rivers that begin in humid regions and then flow through dry rivers.
What is Islam?
Religion founded in Saudi Arabia by Mohammad
What is Iraq's official language?
Arabic
What is Iran's capitol?
Tehran
What are three ways people get water?
1. Wadis
2. Fossil water
3. Springs
What is the largest country in the Arabian peninsula?
Saudi Arabia
What is embargo?
Limit on trade
What is a theocracy?
Government ruled by religious leaders
Where are the oil fields located?
Shores of the Persian gulf
Why is Yemen the poorest country on the Arabic Peninsula?
Corruption
Why was January 2005 important to Iraq's economy today?
First democratic elections
What is an Islamic republic?
government that follows strict Islamic law
What are three types of Gulfs in the Arabian Peninsula, Iraq, and Iran?
1. Persian Gulf
2. Omen Gulf
3. Aden Gulf
What industries became important in Bahrain when it began to run out of oil?
1. Tourism
2.Banking
What events led to embargo on Iraq by the United Nations?
Iraq refuse to cooperate with UN inspectors
What is Iran's main source of income?
1. oil
2. carpets
3. agriculture
What does "Rub' al-khali" mean, and why is it called that?
Empty quarter because there is little life there
What are two ways that Islam Influenced Saudi Arabia Culture?
2. Clothing modesty
What are some ways Arabs and Kurd's are different?
Arabs: Only speak Arabic, Live in all parts of Arabic
Kurd's: Mostly farmers, Speak Arabic and Kurdish
What religions do Iranian people belong to?
1. Muslims
2. Christians
3. Jewish
4. other