The Six-Day War: Key Events and Outcomes

What action did President Nasser take after revealing Egypt's defeat in the war?

• He declared victory.

• He launched a counterattack.

• He resigned from his position.

• He called for a ceasefire.

What false claim did Nasser make to shift the blame for Egypt's defeat?

• That Egypt had internal sabotage.

• That American and British aircraft assisted Israel.

• That Israel had nuclear weapons.

• That the United Nations intervened against Egypt.

What geographical advantage did Syria have over northern Israel?

• The high ground of the Golan Heights.

• Control of the Mediterranean Sea.

• A larger population.

• Access to advanced weaponry.

What was the impact of Syrian attacks from the Golan Heights on Israeli civilians?

• They received international aid.

• They retaliated with equal force.

• They experienced constant danger and loss of life.

• They were forced to evacuate to southern Israel.

What was the outcome of the Israeli Defense Forces' initial advance on the Golan Heights?

• They captured the high ground immediately.

• They secured all roads and access points but not the high ground.

• They negotiated a peace treaty with Syria.

• They were pushed back by Syrian forces.