1. Location/Geography/Environment-The official name and year of origin of this country, location, climate and major geographical features of the country. (Be sure to include Maps and a Flag!)

2. Social Structure–What racial, ethnic, class structures are present?

3. Politics- what type of government runs this country?

4. Religion/Ideology-what type of religious activity is present?

5. Economics-what types of economic activity, natural resources (oil, etc.) are present?

6. Technology-Is this an “advanced” country technologically?

7. Popular Culture: Any special food? Sports? Pop stars? Sites?

8. 21st Century Challenges and Opportunities – Describe any.

9. “Arab Spring” focused questions:

A. Immediate precipitating causes of the “Arab Spring” – when, how and why?

B. Long-term causes of the “Arab Spring” – why did it happen in your country, based on deeper historical and cultural issues?

C. Key players – who are THREE individuals and organizations that have served as key players in the “Arab Spring”?

D.Possible futures for your “Arab Spring” country – play out at least THREE different future scenarios – what might happen?

Questions.

Byrne - Question 2,7, part C

Celina - Question 1, 5, Part D

Sultan - Question 3, 6, Part A

Victor - Question 4, 8, Part B