History of Hebron and the Arab-Israeli Conflict

What is the historical significance of Hebron to Jews, Muslims, and Christians?

• It is the location of the Last Supper.

• It is the birthplace of Jesus.

• It is the burial place of the patriarchs and matriarchs.

• It is the site of the first Jewish temple.

What was the role of the British in Palestine during the 1929 tensions?

• They sided with the Arab community.

• They supported the Jewish community exclusively.

• They were neutral and did not intervene.

• They controlled the region and struggled to manage tensions.

Who was the Grand Mufti and what was his role in the 1929 tensions?

• A British official managing the region.

• A Jewish leader advocating for peace.

• A Muslim leader who incited Arab discontent.

• A Christian missionary in Palestine.

What sparked the rumors that escalated tensions in 1929?

• Jews allegedly wanting control over the Temple Mount.

• Jews building a new temple.

• British soldiers leaving the region.

• Arabs attacking Jewish settlements.

What was the immediate cause of the Hebron massacre?

• A Jewish attack on an Arab village.

• A peace treaty between Jews and Arabs.

• A British military intervention.

• A Muslim mob reacting to rumors about the Temple Mount.

How did some Arab neighbors respond during the Hebron massacre?

• They reported the violence to British authorities.

• They protected Jewish families at great personal risk.

• They fled the city to avoid conflict.

• They joined the mob in attacking Jews.

What was the impact of the Hebron massacre on Jewish-Arab relations?

• It strengthened the trust between the communities.

• It shattered any remaining trust and led to increased tensions.

• It led to a peace agreement.

• It had no significant impact.

What was one of the long-term effects of the Hebron massacre on the Jewish community?

• They sought British protection.

• They focused on strengthening their self-defense capabilities.

• They abandoned their religious practices.

• They decided to leave Palestine.

How does the Hebron massacre continue to influence the Arab-Israeli conflict today?

• It is largely forgotten and has no impact.

• It is celebrated as a victory by both sides.

• It serves as a reminder of the need for armed defense.

• It is used as a symbol of peace and reconciliation.

What does the narrator suggest is necessary for peace between Israelis and Palestinians?

• Rebuilding trust between neighbors.

• Complete separation of the two communities.

• Increased military presence.

• International intervention.