The Six-Day War and Its Aftermath

What was the significance of the West Bank to the Jewish people after the Six-Day War?

• It was a strategic military location.

• It was the birthplace of the Jewish people.

• It was a major economic hub.

• It was a neutral zone for peace talks.

What unprecedented action did Israel take to promote peace after the Six-Day War?

• They established a joint government with Palestinian leaders.

• They withdrew from the West Bank.

• They handed over control of the Temple Mount to the Jordanians.

• They signed a peace treaty with Egypt.

What was the outcome of the Arab leaders' meeting in Khartoum, Sudan, three months after the Six-Day War?

• They agreed to recognize Israel.

• They decided to negotiate peace with Israel.

• They issued the Three Nos: No peace, no recognition, no negotiations with Israel.

• They formed a new military alliance against Israel.

How did Israel's foreign minister, Abba Eban, describe the situation after the Six-Day War?

• A victory with no peace.

• A war with no winners.

• The first war where victors sued for peace.

• A conflict with no resolution.

What was the long-term stance of most Arab countries towards Israel after the Six-Day War?

• They maintained a position of non-recognition and no negotiations.

• They recognized Israel as a state.

• They sought immediate peace negotiations.

• They formed a coalition government with Israel.