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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Iran–Iraq War | (1980–1988) What happened, Iraq attacked Iran to gain land after Iran’s revolution. Outcome, The war lasted 8 years with huge losses and no clear winner. |
| Iranian Revolution & Hostage Crisis | (1979–1981) What happened Iranians overthrew the Shah and set up a religious government. Angry students took over the U.S. Embassy in Tehran and held 52 Americans hostage for over a year. |
| Iranian Revolution & Hostage Crisis/ outcome | Outcome The Shah was removed, the U.S. and Iran stopped friendly relations, and the hostages were freed after 444 days. |
| Persian Gulf War | (1991) What happened Iraq invaded Kuwait for its oil. The U.S. led an attack to drive them out. Outcome Kuwait was freed, and Iraq faced heavy punishments. |
| War in Afghanistan | (2001–2021) what happened The U.S. invaded after 9/11 to stop terrorists and remove the Taliban. Outcome The Taliban were removed but later took back control. |
| War in Iraq | (2003–2011) What happened The U.S. invaded, saying Iraq had dangerous weapons. Outcome Saddam was removed, but fighting and instability continued. |
| Arab Spring | (2010–2012) What happened Citizens protested unfair leaders and wanted more freedom. Outcome Some leaders fell, others stayed; some countries faced war. |
| Where did the lute come from | The Oud |
| What are some main instruments from the Islamic contributions | Oud, Rebab, Qanun, Ney, Daf |
| What idea did Rumi spread | he shows us how there are many ways to connect with God by putting new ideas out that not only through prayer one could connect but through music, love, and connection. |
| Why was Mecca so important | It's were Muhammad received a prophecy from God and where he began his journey |
| What order was the three religions created in | Judaism, Christianity, Islam |