http://www.cnn.com/2013/10/28/world/meast/saudi-women-drivers/index.html?hpt=imi_c2 Women in Saudi Arabia are defied their driving regulations yesterday. Many women reported being followed by several men in cars behind them. At least five women have reported cars being parked outside of their home since last Saturday. Over the weekend, more than 40 Saudi Arabian women got behind the wheel and defined the rules in their country. Women in Saudi Arabia driving defined the laws of their culture of their country. Many of the women went against their religion to fight for something the believed in. A majority of the women have been prosecuted because of their outrageous actions. SS7G8 The student will describe the diverse cultures of the people who live in Southwest Asia (Middle East). b. Explain the diversity of religions within the Arabs, Persians, and Kurds. c. Compare and contrast the prominent religions in Southwest Asia (Middle East): Judaism, Islam, and Christianity. d. Explain the reason for the division between Sunni and Shia Muslims. |
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