1. Israel Today Chapter 16, Section 4 Pgs. 470 - 473

2. From Zionism to a Modern State Zionism - Jewish movement to return home Jews wanted own land Even the desert was purchased Kibbutz - farming village where everyone shares wealth 270 Kibbutz still exist today Israel produces all of its own food!

3. The People of Israel Israel - established in 1948 Hebrew: Official Language Arabic: Second Language 6 Million Jews 80% of people are Jewish Most Arab Israelis do not have a high standard of living Golda Meir - Female Prime Minister

4. The Law of Return 1950 - Law of Return Any Jew in the world can take on Israeli citizenship Jews from Europe, Africa, and North America now live in Israel Makes for a diverse culture

5. Religion in Israel Today Only 1 in 4 Jews follow strict Jewish law They are Orthodox Jews Yom Kippur - holiest holiday Rosh Hashanah - Jewish New Year Secular - religion doesn’t play a major role

6. Orthodox vs. Secular