Question

Describe one effect of the Six-Day War, also known as the June War.

A. Arab groups recovered most Palestinian territory, including the Gaza Strip.
B. Israel and the Soviet Union formed an alliance, weakening support for Arab groups.
C. Israel captured Jerusalem, a holy city to both Jews and Muslims.
D. Arab leaders recognized Israel's right to exist, but only in exchange for territory.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

Israel captured Jerusalem, a holy city to both Jews and Muslims.

Answer 2

The correct answer should be C. Israel captured Jerusalem, a holy city to both Jews and Muslims.

During the War, the Israeli managed to capture the West Bank which was controlled by Jordan at the time. This included Jerusalem, that is, East Jerusalem where the old city is which contains numerous holy buildings for both sides. They also conquered the Sinai peninsula but Egypt retook afterwards in the Yom Kippur war.