Israel is a Middle Eastern country located on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea. It is known for its rich history, including its significance in several major religions. Tel Aviv is its modern economic and cultural hub, while Jerusalem is a major religious and historical center. Israel has a diverse population, and its official languages are Hebrew and Arabic. The country has a parliamentary democracy and a vibrant technology sector, often referred to as the "Startup Nation." However, it also faces ongoing geopolitical and regional challenges, notably the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. So let's start this quiz and see how well you know about Israel.
1. Which of the following is the capital city of Israel?
A. Tel Aviv
B. Haifa
C. Jerusalem
D. Bethlehem
2. Which of the following is the official language of Israel?
A. Arabic
B. Hebrew
C. English
D. French
3. In which year did Israel declare its independence?
A. 1988
B. 1948
C. 1978
D. 1990
4. What is the name of the desert that covers much of southern Israel?
A. Sahara Desert
B. Gobi Desert
C. Negev Desert
D. Atacama Desert
5. What is the national emblem of Israel?
A. Star of David
B. Menorah
C. Olive branch
D. None of these
6. Israel is located on which continent?
A. Africa
B. Asia
C. Europe
D. South America
7. What is the significance of the city of Bethlehem in Israel?
A. It's the birthplace of Jesus
B. It's the capital of Israel
C. It's a major tech hub
D. It's a famous archaeological site
8. What is the name of the Israeli intelligence agency?
A. CIA
B. KGB
C. Mossad
D. MI6
9. Which war in 1967 resulted in Israel gaining control of East Jerusalem and the West Bank?
A. World War I
B. Six-Day War
C. Yom Kippur War
D. Gulf War
10. Who was the first Prime Minister of Israel?
A. Golda Meir
B. David Ben-Gurion
C. Yitzhak Rabin
D. Benjamin Netanyahu
11. What is the primary religion of the Druze community in Israel?
A. Druze
B. Judaism
C. Islam
D. Christianity
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