Night Chpt. 1 vocab

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What is Zionism?

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An international movement to create a Jewish state (modern Israel).

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What does Kabbalah refer to in Jewish tradition?

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The practice of Jewish mysticism.

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What is the meaning of the term 'Conflagration'?

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It refers to a large and destructive fire.

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What is an Edict?

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A proclamation having the force of law.

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What was the Gestapo?

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The Nazi secret police.

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What historical context led to the rise of Zionism?

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The desire for a Jewish homeland in response to anti-Semitism and persecution.

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What are the main beliefs of Kabbalah?

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Kabbalah teaches about the nature of God, the universe, and the soul, emphasizing mystical interpretations of the Torah.

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How did the Gestapo operate during the Nazi regime?

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The Gestapo used surveillance, intimidation, and violence to suppress opposition and enforce Nazi policies.

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What was the significance of the Edicts issued during the Holocaust?

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Edicts were used to enforce discriminatory laws against Jews and other targeted groups.

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What role did conflagrations play during the Holocaust?

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Conflagrations were often used to destroy evidence of atrocities and to intimidate populations.