How does Lawrence become involved in the Arab Revolt?

What is a Sherif? How is it that Hussein is accepted as a leader?

To whom do the tribes have their first allegiance? How does this cause problems?

Why is Lawrence so impressed with Feisal?

Why is the city of Akaba of strategic importance?

Why do Lawrence and his people cut off the railroad bridges at each end of the Jordan valley? What is the significant of this for the Turks and Medina?

What is the significance of Damascus to the Arab Revolt?