Understanding the Israel-Gaza Conflict

What was the primary goal of Israel's 2005 withdrawal from Gaza?

• To increase military presence

• To establish new settlements

• To reduce conflict and improve security

• To annex more territory

Which empire controlled Gaza before the British Mandate?

• Roman Empire

• Ottoman Empire

• Persian Empire

• Byzantine Empire

What was the outcome of the Six-Day War for Israel?

• Peace treaty with Egypt

• Loss of territory

• Gained control of Gaza, Sinai, Golan Heights, and West Bank

• Withdrawal from occupied territories

What was the purpose of the Oslo Accords?

• To transfer civilian responsibility to the Palestinian Authority

• To increase Israeli settlements

• To establish a Palestinian state

• To annex the West Bank

What was Ariel Sharon's surprising political move in 2003?

• Annexation of Gaza

• Unilateral withdrawal from Gaza

• Peace treaty with Hamas

• Increase in military operations

What was the reaction within Israel to the Gaza withdrawal plan?

• Widespread opposition

• Unanimous support

• Indifference

• Division and tension

Which group gained power in Gaza after the Israeli withdrawal?

• Fatah

• Islamic Jihad

• Hamas

• PLO

What was one of the major consequences of Hamas's control over Gaza?

• Economic prosperity

• Increased peace negotiations

• Continuous conflict with Israel

• Improved infrastructure

What did the Israeli public opinion polls indicate after the Gaza withdrawal?

• Increased support for further withdrawals

• Indifference towards the withdrawal

• Majority regret over the withdrawal

• Majority support for the withdrawal

What is a significant challenge in achieving peace between Israel and Gaza?

• Continuous rocket attacks and terrorism

• Lack of international support

• Economic prosperity in Gaza

• Strong leadership in both regions