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The Contemporary Eastern Hemisphere: Independence and Conflict — Test

Question 7 • World History and Geography

Following the birth of Israel, why was it important that Jerusalem was placed under UN supervision?

Answer
A
Both Jewish and Arab people considered it to be a holy city.
B
Both Jewish and Arab people considered it to be independent.
C
Both Jewish and Arab people considered it to be a war zone.
D
Both Jewish and Arab people considered it to be UN property.

Explanation

Jerusalem holds great religious significance for both Jewish and Arab communities, so control of the city was a sensitive and disputed issue. Placing it under UN supervision was intended to keep it neutral rather than give it to either side. Therefore, the correct choice is “Both Jewish and Arab people considered it to be a holy city.”

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