A result of the Arab-Israeli War during 1948-1949 was that - ANSWER thousands of
Palestinians became refugees.
The quote is from US President Barack Obama.
Among Israelis and Palestinians, the future must not belong to those who turn their
backs on a prospect of peace. Let us leave behind those who thrive on conflict, those
who reject the right of Israel to exist. The road is hard, but the destination is clear—a
secure, Jewish state of Israel and an independent, prosperous Palestine.
Which countries attacked Israel during the Yom Kippur War in 1973? - ANSWER Egypt
and Syria
Which best explains how Yasir Arafat strengthened the case for Palestinian
independence? - ANSWER He lessened anti-Israeli violence and persuaded the Israeli
government to help his people.
Which best explains how the change by Palestinians from violence to negotiation
affected their case for independence? - ANSWER It made the case stronger by
showing that Palestinians were willing to live peacefully alongside Israelis.
Which directly led to the first armed conflict between Arabs and Israelis? - ANSWER
the declaration of statehood by Israel in 1948
How did the Holocaust affect support for a Jewish homeland in Palestine? - ANSWER
It increased support greatly.
Which statements best describe the Camp David Accords? Check all that apply. -
ANSWER - They were the first peace agreement for Israel in the Middle East.
- They showed that Arabs and Israelis could negotiate in good faith.
- They showed that the US could play an important role in negotiations.
The US helped to negotiate a peace agreement in 1979 between Israel and - ANSWER
Egypt.
Following the birth of Israel, why was it important that Jerusalem was placed under UN
supervision? - ANSWER Both Jews and Arabs considered it to be a holy city.
What does the quote imply about reasons for Palestinian independence? - ANSWER
Palestinian independence is important for peace in the Middle East.