Explanation should include historical, geographic, religious, and ethnic factors of
- the Middle East
- Asia
- Africa
- Russia and the Former Soviet Republics
- Latin America
- Europe.
Process/Skill Questions:
- Why is the Middle East considered the cradle of western civilization?
- What are the characteristics of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam?
- What are the major religions of Asia?
- What are the main ethnic groups of Asia?
- What are the five major regions of Africa?
- What are the five major regions of Latin America?
- What are the major nations of Europe?