The Power of Place            Jerusalem: Capital of Two States?

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* Historical Geography of Israel and Palestine
* Sacred space of Jerusalem

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1. What two imperial rulers were controlling this area in the first half of the 20th century?



2. "One city, two people, three religions." Name each.



3. Who were the Zionists and what were they looking for?  When was Israel formed?



4. The Western Wall in Jerusalem -- why is it important for Jews?



5. What is the PLO and why Oslo 1993 Agreement was important for it?



6. What are the conflicting sides' arguments of Jerusalem as a capital?



7. Why are there Israeli soldiers stationed everywhere?