Why do some Middle Eastern states stress ancient continuity?
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Answer: Because states use older history to tell a story of we have always been us
Because states use older history to tell a story of we have always been us ✓ — Correct! Modern states often strengthen national identity by linking themselves to older civilizations, heroes, memories, and symbols.
Because the borders of these states have remained unchanged since ancient times — Wrong. Many modern state borders are actually quite recent, even when states connect themselves to very old histories.
Because once a history is old enough, national identity no longer needs to be built — Wrong. Even with an ancient past, national identity still has to be taught and reinforced through education, institutions, and public memory.
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