Study & Research The Middle East

This Study Guide consists of approximately 204 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Middle East.

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Introduction

Chapter 1: Why Is The Middle East A Conflict Area?

Chapter Preface

Oil Profits Have Created Conflict

Political Discontent Causes Conflict

Ethnic And Religious Hostilities Cause Conflict

Rights-Wing Israeli Extremism Promotes Conflict

Palestinian Terrorism Intensifies Conflict

Tyrannical Aggression Causes Conflict

Scarce Water Could Cause Conflict

The Potential For Nuclear Proliferation Creates Tension

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 2: How Does Religion Affect The Middle East?

Chapter Preface

Islamic Fundamentalism Fosters Violence

Islamic Fundamentalism Does Not Foster Violence

Orthodox Judaism Is A Threat To Israel

Secular Extremism Is A Threat To Israel

Muslim Leaders Promote Terrorism Against

Israel Promotes Terrorism Against Muslims

Islamic Fundamentalism Suppresses Iranian Women

Iranian Women Are Challenging Islamic Fundamentalism

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 3: What Role Should The U.S. Play In The Middle East?

Chapter Preface

The U.S. Should Maintain An Active Role In The Middle East

U.S. Intervention Does Not Benefit The Middle East

U.S. Military Strikes On Iraq Are Justified

U.S. Military Strikes On Iraq Are Not Justified

The U.S. Should Pursue A More Open Relationship With Iran

The U.S. Should Not Pursue A More Open Relationship With Iran

Periodical Bibliography

Chapter 4: How Could Peace Be Advanced In The Middle East?

Chapter Preface

Un Sanctions Against Iraq Should Be Lifted

UN Sanctions Against Iraq Should Continue

Arab-Israeli Negotiations Will Foster Peace

Arab-Israeli Negotiations Will Not Foster Peace

Jewish Unity Would Foster Peace

The Establishment Of A Palestinian State Would Foster Peace

Education And Cultural Exchange Would Foster Peace

Periodical Bibliography

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Study & Research The Middle East

This Study Guide consists of approximately 204 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more - everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of The Middle East.