Israel- Palestine Conflict

Which statement best describes what is happening in the map, using only the map?

• The Israelis have illegally taken the Palestinians land.

• Palestinian land has shrunk from 1946 to today.

• The Israelis have a historical right to this land.

• Palestinians have fought many wars against Israel to maintain their territory.

Where did the conflict originate between the Israelis and Palestinians?

• Different Sects of Jewish people fighting over the same territory.

• Different groups of Arabs fighting over the same territory.

• Arabs and Jews fighting over the same holy land.

• The lack of support at the end of WWI for both Arabs and Jews.

What has happened to some indigenous Arabs of the area?

• They were given the option to stay or leave their land.

• They were forced out under supporters of Hitler.

• They were pushed out due to war and conflict in their homeland.

• They were combined with the Jews and how have a new, unique ethic group.

What has been a common goal of the Jews and Muslims in this area?

• To unite all Middle eastern nations as one
• To become leaders in the world economy
• To have their own independent countries
• To impose their religion on others

In 1947, the United Nations approved a plan to divide Palestine into two separate states. The Jewish state is called ______. The Arab state is called ______.

• Palestine, Israel

• Jordan, Gaza

• Israel, Palestine

• Hamas, Israel

Which conflict resulted in Israel taking control of the West Bank and Gaza Strip?

• 1967 Six Day War

• 1982 Invasion of Lebanon

• 1956 Suez War

• 1948 First Arab Israeli War

In which war did the Israelis gain control of the West Bank, Golan Heights, Gaza Strip, and Sinai Peninsula?

• War for Independence
• 6 Day War
• Yom Kippur War
• Second Intifada

What is the name of the group that is seen as representative of Palestinian interests?

• Hamas
• Fatah
• Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO)
• Banksy

After which war did the United Nations give Jews a home state to live in?

• WWI
• WWII
• Korea
• Vietnam

What is the name of the group that is currently leading most attacks on Israel?

• Hamas
• Fatah
• PLO
• Banksy