Explore these six themes for a general overview of events, trends, and issues in the Middle East. Each essay includes links to activities and related resources appropriate for the high school classroom.
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Timeline (requires Flash) Text-Only version
A Rich Mosaic
Background Timeline (requires Flash) • Text-Only version
It's More Than Oil
An Ancient and Modern Crossroads
From Royalty to Democracy
Three Religions, One God
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