BRITISH ANNOUNCE ATTITUDE ON PALESTINE

The British government, represented by Colonial Secretary Mr. Creech Jones, announced its intention to relinquish the Palestine mandate. The policy was based on the assumption that Britain must lay down the mandate after 25 years of obligations to support the Jewish national home and protect Arab interests. In the absence of a settlement, Britain planned for an early withdrawal of its forces and administration from Palestine.

Who announced the British intention to relinquish the Palestine mandate?

• The Defense Minister

• The Foreign Secretary

• The Colonial Secretary, Mr. Creech Jones

• The Prime Minister

What was the primary goal of the British mandate in Palestine?

• To expand British military presence

• To establish a British colony

• To create a new trade route

• To support the growth of the Jewish national home and protect Arab interests

How long did Britain hold the mandate in Palestine?

• 30 years

• 25 years

• 15 years

• 10 years

What did Britain plan in the absence of a settlement?

• To plan for an early withdrawal

• To increase military presence

• To hand over control to another country

• To negotiate further

What was the British Government's stance if no settlement was reached?

• To continue the mandate indefinitely

• To seek international intervention

• To impose stricter controls

• To withdraw forces and administration from Palestine