A group of people who share a common culture; they are identified on the basis of religion, race and national origin.

A group of people who share a common belief system.

The majority of people in SW Asia; speak Arabic; Most practice Islam

Most live in Iran; Speak Farsi; Mostly follow Shi'a Isla

Largest ethnic group without a homeland; Live in mountains of Turkey and Iraq

Ethnic group that lives in Israel; Speak Hebrew; both a religious and ethnic group

Worship of one god.

Followers are called Jews; Believe that a Messiah will lead them back to the Promised Land

The sacred book of Judaism

The most sacred part of the Tanuch; Contains what Moses delivered to the Israelites

The house of worship for Jews

A person who recieved a message from God

Followers are called Christiants; Believe Jesus is the Messiah; Largest religion in the world.

A house of worship for Christians

Followers are called Muslims, second largest religion; founded by Muhammad

The Holy Book of Islam

House of worship for Muslims

Group of Muslims who believe their leader should be the most qualified for the job

Group of Muslims who believe their leader should be a descendent of Muhammad