Nationalism in the Middle East Answers

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What led to widespread protests in Iran in 2009?

the rise of the Hezbollah

charges of election fraud

the overthrow of the shah

reforms in women’s rights

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What was an effect of the Arab Spring movement in Libya?

Anti-government protestors clashed with government soldiers, which led to a civil war.

Mass demonstrations in the capital city resulted in the removal of President Hosni Mubarak.

An armed insurrection against the regime led to the overthrow and death of Moammar Gadhafi.

Security forces unleashed a crackdown on anti-government protests, which resulted in a number of deaths.

Which statement describes Hamas?

Hamas is a militant group that fights against religious fundamentalism.

Hamas is a terrorist organization primarily located in the Gaza Strip.

Hamas is a Lebanese group with political and militant wings funded by Iran.

Hamas is a political party in Egypt and worldwide Islamic movement.

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