CH 8
The Eastern Mediterranean
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SG CH 8 Section 3: Israel
1. What is the Diaspora? What Is Zionism?
2. Explain why is Israel often referred to as the Holy Land?
3. Summarize how was Israel created?
4. The two groups that played a role in Israel’s history are the _______________ and ____________.
5. Israel’s largest city is ____________________.
6. Describe the type of government Israel has.
7. Israel’s two official languages are ____________________ and ___________________.
8. What is Jewish culture in Israel like?
9. What are the disputed parts of land in the Palestinian Territories?
10. Describe the territory of Gaza located in Israel.
11. Describe the territory of the West Bank.
12. What are the disputes about in the area of East Jerusalem?
13. Predict: Do you think the peace process between Israel and the Palestinians will succeed?
14. Why have the Palestinian Territories been a source of conflict?
15. How might giving land to the Palestinians help or not help achieve peace in Israel?