Armenia
Between what two seas is Armenia located?
Black and Caspian
What kind of ground do armies want to hold because it is more defensible?
higher ground
Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the world without what geographical feature?
a river
What is one of the five pillars of Islam that has to do with making a pilgrimage?
Every Muslim is to make a pilgrimage to Mecca at least once in his life if he is able
Jesus was the fulfillment of many _____ in the Old Testament
prophecies
What geographical feature is a cherished symbol for Armenians?
Mount Aratat
What two continents meet in Turkey?
Europe and Asia
What two political rights have women gained in Saudi Arabia?
the right to vote and to run for office in local elections
What site in modern Jerusalem do many Jews visit that is the only part of the remodeled temple construction project that still exists?
the Wailing Wall
Perhaps the strongest evidence for Christ is the _______
empty tomb
What medieval Italian traveler praised Armenian rugs?
Marco Polo
What two countries are located in both Europe and Asia?
Turkey and Russia
What two religious activities are illegal in Saudi Arabia?
evangelism and public practice of any religion other that Islam
Many people visit the church doorway in what city where Martin Luther nailed his 95 theses for debate?
Wittenberg, Germany
Jesus did not call people to adopt a philosophy but to die to themselves and become His _______
disciples or followers
Soldiers from what empire forced many Armenians from their homes during World War I, leading to the genocide of many Armenians?
Ottoman
What are the geographical factors that military planners must consider? (Give 3 of 4)
the physical geography of the positions each side holds, any geographical features that their forces would encounter in a movement, the ease or difficulty in maintaining supply lines, and possible escape routes for both armies
What two factors make Saudi Arabia's alliance with the United States surprising?
Saudi Arabia's opposition to Israel and its suspected support of Islamic terrorists
What three annual feasts did Jews travel to Jerusalem for? (give 2)
Passover, Pentecost, and Booths
Jesus does not accept partial or divided _____
loyalty
What are elaborately carved memorial stones that bear a cross and other intricate designs?
khachkars
What three bodies of water make up the Turkish Straits? (name 2 of 3)
the Darnadanelles, the Sea of Marmara, and the Bosphorus
Saudi Arabia is the location of what two cities that Muslims consider holy?
Mecca and Medina
Who traveled to Palestine and officially identified places of significance in the Bible?
Constantine
Adherents of the Christian faith are a ______ of the total world population
minority