1. Zionism- a Jewish movement that encouraged Jews to return to their homeland, which many called Zion.

2. A Kibbutz is a farming village, whose members own everything in common.

3. The People of Israel Judaism is the state religion Hebrew is the official language Arabic is the second official language English is a required language The Declaration of the Establishment promised to treat all inhabitants equally. 20% of people in Israel are Arabs

4. Women in Israel Women are encouraged to work outside the home. Golda Meir- Prime minister of Israel 1969- 1974

5. The Law of Return The 1950 Law of Return states that Jews anywhere in the world can immigrate to Israel and become citizens.

6. Religion in Israel Today Orthodox Jews strictly follow Jewish Law. Rosh Hashanah- Jewish New Year Yom Kippur- the Day of Atonement