VOICED : Housing crisis trumps security in looming Israeli vote

The video discusses the housing crisis in Israel, highlighting the difficulties faced by residents in affording homes, particularly in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. It explains the economic factors that led to the crisis, such as the drop in interest rates in 2008, and the subsequent rise in housing prices. The video also covers the social protests that emerged in response to the crisis, emphasizing the public's demand for housing reform. As the legislative elections approach, political parties have pledged to address the issue and reduce housing costs.

What is the main financial challenge faced by the couple living on the outskirts of Jerusalem?

• They rely heavily on parental support.

• They cannot afford to pay rent.

• They struggle to save enough to buy a house.

• They have too many jobs to manage.

Between which years did housing prices in Israel increase by 55%?

• 2000 and 2007

• 2005 and 2010

• 2008 and 2013

• 2013 and 2018

What economic factor contributed to the rise in housing prices in 2008?

• Rise in unemployment

• Decrease in interest rates

• Increase in population

• Increase in foreign investments

What was the significant social response to the housing crisis in 2011?

• A new housing policy was implemented.

• Hundreds of thousands camped out in protest.

• The government reduced housing prices.

• A new political party was formed.

What have political parties promised in response to the housing crisis?

• To build more luxury apartments

• To increase housing prices further

• To bring housing costs down

• To ignore the housing issue