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Question 19 • World History

Why was Egyptian President Anwar Sadat assassinated in 1981?

Answer
A
Jewish extremists were retaliating for the events at the Munich Olympics.
B
Jewish extremists were unhappy with the loss of territory in the Sinai Peninsula.
C
Muslim extremists felt betrayed by his decision to make peace with Israel.
D
Muslim extremists wanted to start a war with Egypt.

Explanation

Anwar Sadat was assassinated by Muslim extremists who opposed his peace treaty with Israel. They viewed his negotiations and recognition of Israel as a betrayal of the Arab and Palestinian cause. Therefore, choice C is correct; the assassination was not carried out by Jewish extremists.

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