Which professed goal do ISIL militants in Syria and Iraq have?
A. establishment of an Islamic state
B. nationalization of Iraq’s oil reserves
C. recognition of the state of Israel
D. secularization of government in the region
A. establishment of an Islamic state
How has ISIL contributed to ongoing violence in Iraq and Syria?
A. by demanding the establishment of an Islamic state
B. by refusing to recognize Israel as a nation
C. by replacing theocratic rulers with secular leaders
D. by seizing control of oil resources across the region
A. by demanding the establishment of an Islamic state
How has OPEC influenced global events?
A. by encouraging trade between oil-dependent states
B. by developing energy alternatives to petroleum
C. by controlling the supply of oil
D. by using oil wealth to encourage democratic reform
C. by controlling the supply of oil
How did post-1979 Iran differ from Egypt, Syria, and Iraq?
A. It established a government independent of colonial powers.
B. It formed a democratic republic.
C. It imposed theocratic rule.
D. It relied on an autocratic military regime.
C. It imposed theocratic rule.
Which of the following do Rwanda and Darfur have in common?
A. Colonial rule inspired peaceful revolution.
B. Democratic governments secured prosperity.
C. Sectarian tensions led to genocide.
D. Strong military regimes provided for order and stability.