Generalization Supported by Middle East Study

Key Generalization

The Middle East is a region of great cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity.

Evidence

• Wide variety of cultures, religions, ethnicities.
• Diversity reflected in languages, cuisines, music, art.
• Long history of cultural exchange enriches heritage.
• Diversity coexists with conflict/tension from complex history and young/unstable states.
• Diversity is also a source of strength, resilience, creativity, adaptability.