Sunnis and Shiites are two major branches of the religion of Islam, with different beliefs and traditions. While they share many core beliefs, there are significant differences in their interpretation of Islamic law and the role of religious leaders. These differences have often led to sectarian conflict and political tension in the Muslim world.

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Sunnis and Shiites

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Sunnis and Shiites

A) are two major ethnic groups in Iraq who speak different languages.
B) are two branches of the religion of Islam with somewhat different beliefs and traditions.
C) are two branches of the Kurdish-speaking people of northern Iraq.
D) are two political parties in the Arab world.
E) are the names of two refugee camps that were destroyed by Israel.

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