Middle+East+Assignments


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JAN 23 || **In Class:** Confusing Question of the Day (2:54min) Umm Kalthum (1898-1975) 5:23min HOLY HUMOUR - MUSLIM & JEWISH COMICS (7:00min) How people in Muslim countries prefer women to dress in public Pew Research Jan 8, 2014 Muslim Comedian's Response to the Survey PRI
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Use the Blog title "The Future of Non-Violence in the Middle East.**"** JAN 21 || **In Class:** Watch the film //Budrus// and take brief notes on two of the discussion questions on the guide below. Read the following story and watch the //Ted Talk// with Julia Bacha. Think about the role that non-violence could play in the future of the Middle East. Identify 5 insights about non-violence you get from these multiple sources. Film "Budrus" Becomes Part of the Debate NYTimes Oct, 2010 Julia Bacha: Pay Attention to Nonviolence Ted Talk (10:52) Familiarize yourself with the characters in the film: || JAN 16 || **In Class:** Quiz- Iraq War
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Create a Blog Post- **Guantanamo Bay** 1. What is Guantanamo Bay? 2. What is the controversy surrounding Guantanamo Bay? (Describe both sides of the argument) 3. Identify a recent news story on Guantanamo Bay. Create a link to the story. Summarize the story. 4. Include, Identify and describe a Editorial Cartoon on Guantanamo Bay. Describe the Artist's point of view.
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Life in Gitmo (60 Minutes) 2013 (13:49)

Al-Qaida Linked Forces Escalate Conflict Press Herald Jan 9, 2014 Falluja’s Fall Stuns Marines Who Fought There NYTimes Jan 9, 2014 U.S. Leverage in Iraq Tested As Fears of Civil War Mount WSJ Jan 6, 2013 (1:15) Crack of Gunfire Washington Post Jan 6, 2013 (1:20) Fighting between Iraqi troops, al Qaeda kills 34 AP Jan 5, 2014 Kerry: We'll help Iraq but won't send in troops CNN Jan 5, 2014 U.S. and Iran Face Common Enemies in Mideast Strife NYTimes Jan 13, 2013 Iraq-Unfinished Business (60 Minutes) 2010 (13:29)

210 Days in Captivity60 Minutes- 2013 (13:00) Control Room || JAN 14 || **In Class:** Review Troop Surge Data Beyond Baghdad Study for Quiz on the Second Iraq War (2003-2011) || JAN 10 || **In Class:** FRONTLINE- //Bush's War// Iraq War Casualties Baghdad Mapping Violence Read and take notes about the Troop Surge & Sunni Awakening in 2007 be prepared for a quiz Thursday, Jan 16th. || JAN 8 || **In Class:** Map & Geography of Iraq Interactive Map: Peoples and Politics Complete //Inside Saddam Hussein's Reign of Terror//. (Second Gulf War)
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Click on the Interactive Iraqi Map1988-2003 Read and take notes on the following sections. Economic Sanctions 1990-2003 From South Africa to Iran: Economic Sanctions Evolve WSJ Dec, 2013 Create a Blog Post- **Economic Sanctions** What are 5 insights you gain on how the use of sanctions have evolved. According to the author, what are the most effective sanctions? Do sanctions work? Why or why not? Add a Cartoon with a Caption. || JAN 6 || **In Class:** Watch //Inside Saddam Hussein's Reign of Terror//. (First Gulf War) Click on the Interactive Iraqi Map1988-2003 Read and take notes on the following sections. Pretext for Invasion, Invasion & Occupation of Kuwait, Gulf War 1990-1991, Economic Sanctions 1990-2003, Challenge to Saddam's Power, Weapons of Mass Destruction, Human Rights Abuses by Saddam. none || DEC 19 || **In Class:** Quiz- Iranian Hostage Crisis, Iran & Iraq War //Inside Saddam Hussein's Reign of Terror//. This will be an overview of his rise to power, the First & Second Gulf War and his arrest and trial. Take notes on the attached worksheet. DEC 17 || **In Class:** 23 photos of the Middle East’s first snowy winter in decades Washington Post Dec, 2013Read this short article. Jimmy Carter Toasting the Shah of Iran- New Year's 1978 (0:35) Imam Khomeini - The Man Who Changed The World | Iran & The West [Part 1/3](First 15:00min) Read about the Iran & Iraq War and take notes on the worksheet below. Here are the two sources you should read to take notes. [|BBC- Iran-Iraq War] Iran & Iraq War History Channel
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Study for a quiz on the Islamic Fundamentalism in 1979, Iranian Hostage Crisis, and the Iran & Iraq War. Make sure you review the Iran & Iraq War using the resources below. Map of Iran-Iraq War Interactive Iraqi Map || DEC 13 || **In Class:** Finish //The// //House of Saud// and create a blog post that demonstrates your learning about the history of the relationship between Saudi Arabia and United States. 1. What is one episode from Saudi history that you found particularly interesting? Describe it. Why do you think it was an important event in Saudi History? 2. Summarize the historical relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia. Describe the growing rift between the United States and Saudi Arabia. 3. Insert an image with a short caption. OPEC 50 Years Later (4:00) CNN MONEY 'OPEC obsolete' if Keystone pipeline OK'd: Pickens (1:17) Keystone XL Pipeline || DEC 11 || **IN CLASS:** Examine the historical relationship between the United States and Saudi Arabia. //The House of Saud// provides some great insights in the development of this relationship over time. Answer the questions on the Study Guide. Here is an overview of Ikhwan and their role in Saudi history Read this article and take detailed notes about U.S. and Saudis in Growing Rift as Power Shifts NYTimes Nov 25, 2013 || DEC 9 || Celebrating the life of Nelson Mandela Death of Nelson Mandela (12:00) NYTimes Music a powerful ally in Mandela-led revolution CBNS News Dec 7, 2013 Nelson Mandela in his own words 60 Minutes || DEC 5 || **IN CLASS:** Major Hezbollah Leader Assassinated NYTimes Dec 4, 2013 "Execution Style Killings" have Iraqi's on edge PressHerald Dec 2, 2013 Baghdad Mapping Violence Kerry, Seeking to Nudge Along Peace Talks, Offers Netanyahu Security Proposal NYTimes Dec 5, 2013Finish the //Promises// Film. Create a Blog Post with the title: //Promises.// Write an in-depth answer to one of the questions. Include specific scenes or quotes from the film and at least __two facts__ from your homework on the Deheshe Refugee Camp and Beit El Settlement. Be sure to include an image or a cartoon with a caption.
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Watch the following film Jordan: The Royal Tour. Take notes on the attached assignment sheet. Below is a link to the film: Jordan: The Royal Tour Protesters in Jordan denounce King Abdullah II LATimes Nov, 2012 In Jordan the Arab Spring is Not Over Yet Atlantic July, 2013 Jordan’s Simmering Spring Foreign Policy Aug, 2013 || DEC 3 || **IN CLASS:** Watch the film //Promises// and take notes on the reflections page. Read the following 3 resources that relate to the film that we watched in class. Identify 3-4 facts or questions that broaden your understanding of life in Deheshe Refugee Camp and 3-4 facts or questions that broaden your understanding of life in the Beit El settlement. Deheishe Refugee Camp Beit El Israel approves almost 300 new West Bank settler homes BBC May, 2013 || NOV 26 || **IN CLASS:** Test on Arab-Israeli Conflict Read about the Muslim Brotherhood in Gaza. Identify how this radical group is gaining so much support and gaining popularity. Inside The Muslim Brotherhood The Times of Israel, 2013 || NOV 22 || **IN CLASS:** 60 Minutes- City of David (14:04) 2010 Why is Jerusalem such a difficult issue for the Israelis and Palestinians? How is the archaeological dig at the Holy Basin viewed differently by Jews and Palestinians? Israeli land claims: Archaeology and ideology ALJazeera Nov, 2013
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60 Minutes- Is Peace Out of Reach? (13:10) 2009 1. What are some of the most interesting insights about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict you gained from this film? Pay attention to the settlers. 2. What do you see is the difference between where Israelis live and where the Palestinians live? 3. Why do many believe a two-state solution is no longer possible?

Q & A: Israel's New Government BBC, 2013 Study for Test on Arab-Israeli Conflict || NOV 20 || **IN CLASS:** Quiz- Map of Israel Lecture and review of Arab-Israeli Conflict and 4 Issues Here are some resources to help you study the key issues: //Challenges In Defining an Israeli-Palestinian Border//. (2012) Each section below has: Part 1: Key Issues Explained Part 2: Battle of The Barrier Part 3: The Settlement Issue Part 4: Sharing Jerusalem Study for Quiz on Geography. Study for Test on Arab-Israeli Conflict || NOV 18 || **IN CLASS:** Students Present Arab-Israeli Time Line from Camp David to Cyber Attacks on Iran. Map of Israel- Study for Quiz next class //Council on Foreign Affairs//: Crisis Guide- The Territorial Puzzle //Council on Foreign Affairs//: Crisis Guide- Parties to the Conflict || NOV 14 || **IN CLASS:** Students Present Arab-Israeli Time Line from Nakba to Camp David. Read and highlight //One Homeland, Two Peoples: A Brief History// pages 55-63. I recommend that while reading this packet you watch (and pause) this webcast from the //Council on Foreign Relations//. Crisis Guide: The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict NOV 12 || **IN CLASS:** Work on Arab-Israeli Timeline Kerry Takes Personal Approach to Mid-East Talks Oil Prices Effected by Middle East NYTimes Saudi Arabia Nuclear Weapons "on Order" from Pakistan Complete Research Project on Arab-Israeli Timeline || NOV 7 |||| **IN CLASS:** Quiz- World War I in the Middle East Read and highlight //One Homeland, Two Peoples: A Brief History// pages 55-63. Create a note-taking guide in Googledocs and name it: **Israel-Palestine.Lastname.4B** and share it with me. Define the following terms/people. For people include an image.
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Read and take notes on the current events below. Identify the different constituencies and points of view (Liberal, Conservative, Islamist, Radical) Pakistani Movie "Waar" Draws Controversy WSJ Oct 26, 2013 Israel Carries out Airstrike on Russian Missiles in Syria Mail Nov 1, 2013 none || NOV 5 || **IN CLASS:** Sinai,Palestine and Mesopotamia Campaigns Khan Academy (9:53) Sykes-Pikot Agreement and the Balfour Declaration Khan Academy (12:52) Arabia After World War I Khan Academy (9:38) Study for Quiz on World War I in the Middle East. Focus on Arab perspectives of the Sykes-Pikot Agreement, and the Balfour Declaration. Know the names, faces, achievements of Hussein bin Ali, Ibn Saud, Faisal bi- Hussein, Abdullah bin Hussein, Chaim Weizmann and T.E. Lawrence. How did French and British policies in the Middle East during World War I contribute to the instability found in the region today? || NOV 1 END Q1 || **IN CLASS:** The Walls of Constantinople TED Education (4:17) History of Middle East in 90 Seconds (Interactive) Lecture: WWI and Partition of Ottoman Empire
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//The Forgotten Genocide// ABC News (5:03) Armenian Genocide Recognition- Wikipedia House Bill Angers Turks NPR Bryan Nalor (6:05) Ivan Watson (2:50) Make a Blog Post for one of the following: (include an image and original research- identify in red text with citation that is linked)
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Armenia- The Forgotten Genocide Insights into the Ottoman Empire- Not just the "Sick Man Of Europe" America's Failure of Armenian Genocide Recognition || OCT 30 || **IN CLASS:** Dozens of Muslim Women Defy Saudi Governement Ban on Women Driving The Guardian Oct 26, 2013 No Women, No Drive (4:15) Watch the Frontline: //Muslims// and examine the different way Islam has been interpreted in Iran and Turkey. Create a Blog Post- //Muslims in Turkey and Iran//
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What Muslim beliefs and practices do you observe in the film? What roles do you see women playing in the film? What did you notice about the relationship between Islam and the government in Iran and Turkey? Be sure to provide specific examples. Upload an Image and a caption for Turkey and for Iran. OCT 28 || **IN CLASS:** Test on Islam None || OCT 24 || **IN CLASS:** Saudi Arabia Rejects Seat on UN Security Council NYTimes, 2013 Sunni vs Shia. Examine one conflict in the Middle east that is fueled by the division between Sunni & Shia and report out to the rest of the class. Identify 5 Important facts. Review For Test on Islam || OCT 22 || **IN CLASS:** Review //Reformation of Islam// //Jihad- What does it mean?// Turkey Lifts Ban on Islamic Headscarf NYTimes Oct, 2013 Outrage at Cartoonists Still Tests The Danes NYTimes 2008 Burning of the Koran NPR Review //Inside Islam: What a Billion Muslims Think & The Truth About Islam// Watch- //30 Days Muslims in America// Weekend of Twinning: Muslims and Jews "Standing Up For one Another" (4:41) My Fellow American (6:22) @http://www.myfellowamerican.us/ Read about inside a Mosque. Pay close attention to what you would expect to see when you visit a mosque. Watch this Video: Khan Academy video on Mihrab (5:41) Read and take notes on what you think are the top 5 Inventions. Describe the top two think they are the most important. How Islamic Inventions Shaped the World The Independent (19 inventions) || OCT 18 || **IN CLASS:** [|History of Religion in 90 seconds] Lecture- Islam Create a Blog Post that examines the **//Reformation in Islam & The Role of Cyber Islam//** (7:44) " Interpretive Chaos" || OCT 16 * || **IN CLASS:** Watch the film- //Inside Islam:// // What a Billion Muslims Think // Please complete the worksheet handed out in class. Hand the worksheet in at the end of class. Please pause the film periodically to take notes. none. || OCT 11 || **IN CLASS:** Islam Web Quest- go into GoogleDrive, make a copy, rename and share with me. Lastname.Islam.4B OCT 9 || **IN CLASS:** Seniors out on English Field Trip OCT 7 || **IN CLASS:** Lecture- Christianity in the Middle East [|History of Religion in 90 seconds] 3-D Tour of Church of Holy Sepulcher Sanctuary of Holy Sepulcher- Interactive || OCT 3 || **IN CLASS:** Blog Post- **Christianity in the Middle East:**
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Students will examine the current situation of Christians in the Middle East. Use this website to start your research; Guide: Christians in the Middle East- BBC 1. Identify the major Christian Communities living in Egypt, Syria & Lebanon. 2. In your own words briefly describe the origins and size of these communities 3. Locate a news story and summarize how they are being treated in ONE of the following- Egypt, Syria, or Lebanon today. Be sure to Cite your source and make the LINK "live." 4. Upload a map that shows Christian Demographics (populations) in the Middle East.

Watch this short video. Christianity from Judaism to Constantine -Khan Academy (11:07) || OCT 1 * || **CLASSWORK:** //Reel Bad Arabs//: How Hollywood Vilifies a People. Be sure to write down some of the names of movies Jack Shaheen mentions- this will help your homework. http://www.democracynow.org/2007/10/19/reel_bad_arabs_how_hollywood_vilifies (35:00) Create a Blog Post with the title **//REEL Bad Arabs//**. 1. Identify a Hollywood film that depicts Arabs in a negative light. Find a clip of this film on the internet and provide a link to a video clip showing this negative image. 2. Research Nazi Germany's negative propaganda towards Jews. Upload an image of this propaganda. If you can, show how it is similar to the way Arabs are portrayed in today's American media. Here is a link to help: Nazi Anti-Semitic Posters || SEP 27 * || **CLASSWORK:** FRONTLINE- Syria Behind the Lines (53:51) Blog Post: **//Syria- Behind the Lines//**. Create a blog post that provides the point of view by both Alawites and Sunni villagers living on both sides of the Orontes valley. How was it before the conflict? How has this become a sectarian conflict "with Vendettas that will last 50 years?" Include an image with a caption and a citation. || SEP 25 || **CLASSWORK:** Editorial Cartoon of the Middle East President Obama's Speech at U.N.- NYTimes (3:11) Iran’s New President, in First U.N. Appearance, Preaches Tolerance, Says His Country Is No Threat NYTimes As the New Iranian Leader Gets a Warm Reception, Israel Calls for Caution- NYTimes Iranian Charm Offensive - NPR (3:37) Obama's UN Speech NPR (4:01) Al-Qaida In Africa And Implications For Security At Home- Diane Rehm Show (48:11) Let's Examine the Political parties in Israel. The Holocaust transforms Zionism Here are some links from The United States Holocaust Memorial. While watching them think about how the Holocaust shaped the Jewish psyche and future Zionism. **The Voyage of the St. Louis** The Holocaust **Auschwitz** Exodus 1947 Exodus 1947 (text) Protest in Bergen-Belsen displaced persons camp over return of "Exodus 1947" passengers (silent) Create a Blog Post - **Holocaust transforms Zionism**. In this blog describe how the holocaust and events like the //Voyage of the St. Louis// and //Exodus 1947// changed and added momentum to the Zionist movement. For this Blog Post pretend you are a Jew in Bergan-Belsen writing in your diary after you hear about what happened to Exodus 1947. 150-200 words. Make sure you **BOLD** 5 true facts you weave into this **historical fiction** piece. Add an image and a caption. || SEP 23 || **CLASSWORK:** Discussion- The Shabab attack on Mall in Kenya. Why did they do it? What is the political situation in Somalia? Al-Shabab Remains a threat - BBC (1:32) Lecture Judaism and Zionism **Interview with Syrian President Assad** Watch the interview that aired on 60 Minutes this weekend with Syrian President Bashar Al Assad. You can find the interview here: [] (this link is also posted on the HW page) As you watch, take notes on things Assad says that stand out to you. Things might stand out because:
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 * it might seem unbelievable, given what you have learned about Syria
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**Take notes on** **at least** **four things he says.** Also, if you have a question about something he says that you want to go over in class, jot it down. The Assad interview lasts about 12 minutes. After that, there is a short interview with President Obama about Syria. || SEP 19 || **CLASSWORK:** [|History of Religion in 90 seconds] Lecture- Judaism Watch the following Khan Academy video on Theodor Herzl and the birth of political Zionism (11:10) and write a reaction to the video on your blog. Use the title "Theodor Herzl and the birth of political Zionism" and answer the following questions: 1. Theodore Herzel was a very secular jew. What were the forces that convinced Theodore Herzl that Jews needed their own state? 2. Theodore Herzel is often considered a hero to Jews and a villian to many Arabs. After learning about him and his philosophy what do you think is his proper legacy? Please include a direct quote from his own writings to support you opinion. || SEP 17 || **CLASSWORK:** Lecture- Roots of 9/11 and Results of 9/11 Boston Marathon Bombing- Why did they do it? Watch Boston Marathon Bombing- 60 Minutes (12:39min) Understanding the Syrian Revolution VLOG Brothers (3:53) Title The Blog- "Syria ....." Identify the Thesis of the article and write a short summary (in your own words). List 5 of the most important points in the article that pertain and help us better understand the conflict in Syria and the U.S. role. Include a relevant graph and image. For both include a caption and use Mr Pearl's Citation format. 1. Assad Wages War Shielded With a Smile NYTimes 2. Why Russia, Iran and China are standing by al-Assad CNN 3. Iran: U.S. military action in Syria would spark 'disaster' CNN 4. [|Chemical weapons in Syria: How did we get here?] CNN 5. Syrian Islamist Rebels take control of historic Christian Town CNN 6. F.B.I. Sharpens Scrutiny of Syrians in U.S. for Signs of Retaliation NYTimes 7. Syrian Vote could Stall Congress' Work Washington Post 8. Arms Pipeline to Syrian Rebels NYTimes 9. Rebels fight Civil War within Civil War BBC 10. Syrian Refugees Top 2 Million AlJazeera & Syrian Refugees WSJ 11. Syria's Chemical Weapons Stockpile BBC 12. Guide to Syrian Opposition BBC 13. Zaatari Refugee Camp BBC || SEP 13 || **CLASSWORK:** Collect Maps Quiz- Countries and Capitals of the Middle East Obama Delays Syria Strike to focus on Russian Plan NYTimes (2:25) You will construct a Blog Posts. Select what you think was the 5 most important Causes of 9/11 as described by Mr Bergan and construct a blog post with the title "Causes of 9/11." Summarize in your own words what you think were the five most important causes of 9/11. Include facts from the video //The Road to 9/11// to support your selection. (cite your work). Include a relevant image with caption and citation. CLASS BLOG
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Here are some additional resources: 10 Years after 9/11 AP, 2011 9/11 Museum 60 Minutes (11:30) || SEP 11 * || **CLASSWORK:** Watch end of the DVD //The Road to 9/11// and take notes on the worksheet //provided//. Please start the film from the chapter- "Liquid Gold." You can please pause the film after every chapter and briefly review how the chapter identifies a motivation for the attacks on 9/11.
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Students should then work in groups to correlate evidence from the film with the reading they completed by Peter Bergan //What Were The Causes of 9/11?//

For instance- Bergan asserts one of the things that motivated the 9/11 terrorists was “Decline and stagnation in the middle east and the "humiliation" of the Islamic world.” Do you see anything from the film that supports his view?

Study for Quiz on Countries and Capitals of the Middle East This resource will help you: Map Game on Middle East || SEP 9 || **CLASSWORK:** Practice Map Quiz Juniors & Seniors will not have computers- Computer Orientation- Class Wiki, Blog
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Introduce September 11th- What do we know?, What do we think we know?, What do we want to know? Students watch video- //The Road to 9/11//

"Actively Read" Mr. Bergan's article. Underline important points, make notes in the margins, write questions. What is the thesis of his article? What do you think are his most compelling points? What do you think are his most interesting points? What Were The Causes of 9/11? by Peter Bergan // New America Foundation // (September, 2006) || SEP 5 || **CLASSWORK:** Report Out- What you learned about Syria. Jig-Saw: Concept Mapping & Word Walls. Syria Resolution Could Be A Hard Sell On Capitol Hill NPR (4:43) 'War-weary' Obama says Syria chemical attack requires response CNN
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US and Allied Military Assets near Syria CNN icasualties.org

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|| SEP 3 || =====**CLASSWORK:**===== Tolerance Activity- POV and "Seeing the Gray and nuances" Arab Spring Jubilation Turns to Dispair VOA (2:45) Syria's Darkest Hour - Daily Mail (4:45) Evidence: Syria gas attack work of U.S. allies  WND
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Obama and Kerry Press Case For U.S Action against Syria NYTimes (3:24) Describe the main arguments President Obama gives for strikes against the Syrian Regime. What assurance does he give the American people about how he will reach his final decision and what the goal of the strikes would be. U.S. Assessment of Syrian Use of Chemical Weapons WSJ Official Government document making the case

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1. Illustrate and Annotate one page that Summarizes and Describes you as an individual. Feel free to be creative- but try to make this informative. What do you plan to do after Yarmouth? What do you want to be when you grow up? Why are you interested in taking this Middle East class? (20 Minutes) 2. Watch or read the news about the conflict in Syria. Come to next class with a list of 10 things you learned about the conflict. || Ted Talks: Middle East Tunisia Islamists, Secularists Vie for Power WSJ Oct 26, 2013 How people in Muslim countries prefer women to dress in public Pew Research Jan 8, 2014 Ted Talks: Middle East Umm Kalthum (1898-1975) 5:23min As Pressure Builds, Egypt’s Police Experience a New Feeling: Fear NYTimes Dec 17, 2013

Bedouins in Israel Protest Plan to Regulate Settlement NYTimes Nov, 2013 Brazen Attacks at Prisons Raise Worries of Al Qaeda’s Strength in Iraq NYTIMES July, 2013 Iraq Increasingly Drawn into Syrian Battlefield AP July 11, 2013 Iran's New President Greeted with Cautious Optimism PPH June 16, 2013 Pentagon Sees Supports for Afghans after 2014 NYTimes July, 2013 Pentagon Report on Progress & Stability in Afghanistan (192 Pages) Global Voices- PBS Video Despite West's Efforts, Afghans Cling to Traditional Ways NYTimes July, 2013 New Israeli Housing Bids Raise Tensions Before Peace Talks NYTimes Aug, 2013 Maine Native Banned from Bahrain PPH Aug, 2013 Maine Soldiers Deploy to Afghanistan Aug, 2013 Interactive Map- Chaos in Egypt WSJ Time-line: Egypt in Transition WSJ Al Jazeera America Promises A More Sober Look at News NYTimes Aug, 2013 Syria Accused Anew of Chemical Attack PPH Aug, 2013 For Some, Peace Talk Comes At Steep Price PPH Aug 15, 2013 The Quiet General NEWSWEEK Aug 17, 2013 U.S., Citing 'Moral Obscenity' in Syria, Weighs Response WSJ Aug, 2013