religious and ethnic groups in the middle east Crossword

This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of World Geography has 20 clues. Answers range from 4 to 13 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.

the _______ are the largest ethnic group in Iran.
persians are united by their _______ language
most persians are________.
________ are an ethnic group in the mountainous regions of Iraq, Syria, and southwest turkey
The kurds speak _______.(hint: 7 letters)
The kurds are mostly ________.
The Arabs speak ______.
The Arabs are mostly ______. (religion)
The Arabs originate from the ________ peninsula.
What religion has the 5 pillars?
What is the pillar of prayer called?
Who is the founder of Judaism?
What is the Islamic holiday?
All 3 religions have 1 god meaning they are _________.
What religion is still awaiting the messiah?
Holy book of the Christians is the _________.
what is a holy city in all 3 religions?
When was Jesus crucified?
Christianity is grouped by _________.
Where do Jews worship?(hint: 9 letters)