Operation Entebbe: A Historical Analysis

What was a significant method used by Palestinian terrorists in the 1970s to gain international attention?

• Bombings

• Cyber attacks

• Hostage-taking

• Assassinations

Which leader realized the effectiveness of hostage-taking for the Palestinian cause?

• Yasser Arafat

• Idi Amin

• Menachem Begin

• Yoni Netanyahu

What was the primary demand of the terrorists during the Entebbe hijacking?

• Recognition of Palestinian state

• Supply of weapons

• Release of 53 prisoners

• Withdrawal of Israeli troops

What was the main concern for Israel when deciding whether to negotiate or attempt a rescue?

• Political stability

• Military strength

• International reputation

• Economic impact

Who led the Israeli commandos during Operation Thunderbolt?

• Shimon Peres

• Yoni Netanyahu

• Muki Betser

• Yitzhak Rabin

What was the outcome of Operation Thunderbolt?

• Successful rescue with significant casualties

• Partial success

• Complete failure

• Successful rescue with minimal casualties

How did the Entebbe rescue impact Israel's international standing?

• It improved Israel's international respect

• It had no impact

• It led to sanctions against Israel

• It damaged Israel's reputation

What was the significance of the Entebbe operation for Jews worldwide?

• It divided the Jewish community

• It had no significance

• It led to increased emigration to Israel

• It restored a sense of shared destiny

What was the new name given to Operation Thunderbolt in honor of its fallen leader?

• Operation Rescue

• Operation Freedom

• Operation Yonatan

• Operation Yoni

What was a key factor in the success of Operation Thunderbolt?

• Surprise and precision of the Israeli commandos

• International military assistance

• Support from the Ugandan military

• Negotiations with the terrorists