Omer Festival at Kibbutz Ginegar in Israel, 1947. (Kluger Zoltan/Israel GPO)

Israeli History Quiz

How much do you know about the history of Zionism and the Jewish state?

Since its birth in 1948, Israel has had a busy history, dotted with wars and peace treaties. How much do you know about the history of Zionism and the Jewish state?

Question 1 of 10
Who wrote the lyrics for Israel's anthem Hatikvah?
Question 2 of 10
In 1973, Egypt and Syria attacked Israel on what Jewish holiday?
Question 3 of 10
In what town did Baruch Goldstein murder 29 people and injure another 125?
Question 4 of 10
What does Israel's Law of Return ensure?
Question 5 of 10
What year was the Six-Day War?
Question 6 of 10
In dealing with Israel's Arab neighbors, who advocated for the establishment of an "Iron Wall"?
Question 7 of 10
Followers of Abraham Abulafia's mystical school believed that Israel represents what?
Question 8 of 10
What is Galei Tzahal?
Question 9 of 10
Early Zionists considered whch of these countries as possible sites for the Jewish homeland?
Question 10 of 10
True or false: Nahmanides believed that the only way to achieve a perfect Jewish life was to move to Israel.

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