Understanding the Historical Context of UN Resolution 181

What was the main purpose of UN Resolution 181 passed on November 29th, 1947?

• To partition the land into a Jewish and an Arab state

• To create a new mandate system

• To establish a single Jewish state

• To declare Jerusalem as an international city

What was the mandate system established after World War I?

• A system to grant independence to colonies

• A system to divide territories among Allied powers

• A system to establish trade routes

• A system to create new nations in Europe

What was the outcome of the Peel Commission's proposal in the 1930s?

• It was accepted by both Jews and Arabs

• It was rejected by both Jews and Arabs

• It was accepted by Arabs but rejected by Jews

• It was accepted by Jews but rejected by Arabs

What was the role of the UN Special Committee on Palestine (UNSCOP)?

• To create a new mandate system

• To establish a single Arab state

• To propose a solution for the Palestine conflict

• To enforce the Balfour Declaration

How did the Jewish community react to the UN vote on November 29th, 1947?

• They protested against it

• They celebrated with joy

• They were disappointed

• They were indifferent

What was the Arab perspective on the Partition Plan?

• They saw it as a fair division

• They thought it favored the Arabs

• They believed it was an unjust decision

• They were indifferent to the plan

What was the immediate consequence of the UN vote for the region?

• Peaceful coexistence

• A civil war between Jews and Arabs

• Establishment of a single state

• Complete withdrawal of British forces

What did the Jewish leadership hope to achieve with the establishment of their own state?

• To merge with neighboring Arab states

• To have autonomy and control over their destiny

• To establish a new mandate system

• To continue living under British rule

What was the international community's reaction to the establishment of Israel?

• Unanimous support

• Mixed opinions

• Indifference

• Complete opposition

What was a significant concern for Zionist leaders after the UN vote?

• Immediate peace and stability

• Potential violence and conflict

• Complete acceptance by Arab nations

• Economic prosperity