Israeli Hostages and Hamas

What was the significant result of the 2018 Great March of Return protests in Gaza?

• Widespread violence and deaths
• Resolution of the Gaza blockade
• Creation of an independent Palestinian state
• International recognition of Hamas’s legitimacy

Where is Hamas primarily based?

• Gaza Strip
• West Bank
• Lebanon
• Syria

How does Hamas view peace negotiations with Israel?

• They are seen as futile without the return of occupied territories
• They are essential for future relations
• They are a way to secure economic aid
• They are a distraction from resistance

Which event led to the split between the Palestinian Authority and Hamas?

• The 2007 Gaza conflict
• The Oslo Accords
• The 2000 Camp David Summit
• The Arab Spring

Which group was responsible for the kidnapping of Israeli soldier Gilad Shalit?

• 2006
• Hamas
• Hezbollah
• Al-Qaeda

What was the main cause of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that Hamas emerged from?

• The dispute over land and national identity
• Religious differences
• Global economic inequality
• The spread of communism

Which organization was founded as a Palestinian resistance movement and later became part of the Palestinian Authority?

• Fatah
• Hamas
• Islamic Jihad
• PLO

How did Hamas justify the kidnapping of Israeli soldiers?

• As a means of bargaining for Palestinian prisoners
• To weaken the Israeli military
• To start a new war
• To gain international recognition

Which of the following describes Hamas's relationship with the Palestinian Authority?

• It is in a bitter rivalry with the Palestinian Authority
• It has a cooperative relationship
• It is allied with Fatah
• It operates under the Palestinian Authority's leadership

Which country has been the main supporter of Hamas financially?

• Qatar
• Iran
• Egypt
• Turkey

What was the outcome of the 2019 Israeli military operation "Black Belt" against Hamas?

• Limited military gains for Israel
• Total elimination of Hamas leaders
• A peace agreement between Israel and Hamas
• Hamas gaining control of the West Bank

When did Hamas win the Palestinian legislative elections?

• 2006
• 2002
• 2010
• 2015

What was the consequence of Hamas’s victory in the 2006 elections?

• A deepening of the Palestinian political divide
• International recognition
• A peace agreement with Israel
• Economic support from Western countries

Which country is known to have provided military aid to Hamas?

• Iran
• Saudi Arabia
• Jordan
• Lebanon

What year did Hamas first capture Israeli hostages?

• 1994
• 2000
• 1992
• 2005

What is the primary objective of Hamas according to its founding charter?

• Establishing an Islamic state in all of historic Palestine
• Creating peace with Israel
• Supporting democracy in Gaza
• Building a coalition with the West

What is the general stance of Hamas regarding international peace talks?

• It rejects most international peace initiatives
• It fully supports international peace efforts
• It accepts peace but only on Hamas’s terms
• It calls for a peaceful coexistence with Israel

What is the primary goal of Hamas's armed resistance?

• To end the Israeli occupation
• To establish peaceful coexistence
• To build a unified Palestinian state
• To overthrow the Israeli government

Which country has designated Hamas as a terrorist organization?

• United States
• China
• Russia
• Brazil

Which of the following is one of the goals of Hamas?

• To resist the Israeli occupation
• To negotiate peace with Israel
• To disarm all militant groups
• To build relationships with the West

What is the Gaza Strip's status under Hamas rule?

• De facto autonomous control
• Occupied by Israel
• Part of the Palestinian Authority
• A UN-administered region

What type of weapon did Hamas use during the 2014 Israel-Gaza conflict?

• Rockets
• Conventional bombs
• Chemical weapons
• Missiles

Who played a key role in trying to mediate the 2021 conflict between Hamas and Israel?

• Egypt
• Iran
• Russia
• Saudi Arabia

How does Hamas view the existence of Israel?

• It opposes the existence of Israel
• It supports a two-state solution
• It recognizes Israel as a legitimate state
• It seeks a peaceful resolution to the conflict

What is the significance of the Al-Qassam Brigades?

• They are the military wing of Hamas
• They are a political group
• They are a humanitarian organization
• They are an international peacekeeping force

What was the impact of the 2018 United States embassy move to Jerusalem on Hamas?

• It led to increased violence and protests
• It caused Hamas to agree to peace talks
• It was a diplomatic victory for Hamas
• It reduced tension in Gaza

Who was the leader of Hamas until his death in 2020?

• Ismail Haniyeh
• Khaled Mashal
• Yahya Sinwar
• Ahmed Jabari

What is the main source of income for Hamas?

• Donations and foreign aid
• Taxation in Gaza
• Illegal activities
• Revenue from oil

What was the 2011 Israeli response to the capture of Gilad Shalit?

• A prisoner swap deal
• Airstrikes on Gaza
• Ground invasion
• Peace negotiations

Which region does Hamas claim as part of its resistance goals?

• Historic Palestine
• Egypt
• Jordan
• Saudi Arabia

In which year did Hamas officially take control of Gaza?

• 2007
• 2000
• 1994
• 2010

How does Hamas typically engage with Israel during escalations?

• Through asymmetric warfare, using rockets and tunnels
• By engaging in full-scale battles
• Through diplomatic negotiations
• By launching cyberattacks

How does Hamas fund its educational and social programs in Gaza?

• Through donations from supporters
• By charging taxes
• By partnering with international organizations
• By selling oil

What was a key feature of the 2021 Gaza conflict involving Hamas?

• The extensive use of rocket fire from Gaza
• Negotiations between Hamas and Israel
• The killing of a Hamas leader
• A UN-imposed ceasefire

Which type of attack is Hamas known for against Israeli civilians?

• Suicide bombings
• Conventional warfare
• Drone strikes
• Naval blockades

Which of the following is a key component of Hamas’s ideology?

• Islamic resistance to occupation
• Secular governance
• Democratic elections
• Non-violence

What event triggered the Israeli military's Operation Protective Edge in 2014?

• The abduction and murder of three Israeli teenagers
• The firing of rockets from Gaza
• The assassination of a Hamas leader
• An attack on an Israeli military base

What was the primary reason for the 2006 conflict between Hamas and Fatah?

• Disagreement over control of the Palestinian government
• Differences over international diplomacy
• Religious differences
• Economic disputes

How many Israeli hostages were released in the 2011 swap for Gilad Shalit?

• 1,027
• 100
• 500
• 200

What event led to the killing of Hamas's military commander Ahmed Jabari in 2012?

• Israeli airstrikes
• Rocket attacks on Israel
• A failed assassination attempt
• Hamas's declaration of war

Which of the following is NOT a known weapon used by Hamas in conflicts with Israel?

• Nuclear missiles
• Rockets
• Suicide bombers
• Tunnels

Which city is the headquarters of Hamas located in?

• Gaza City
• Ramallah
• Beirut
• Cairo

Who mediated the 2011 prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas?

• Egypt
• Qatar
• United States
• Turkey

Who is Hamas's main rival group within Palestine?

• Fatah
• Hezbollah
• Al-Qaeda
• Islamic Jihad

In 2020, who became the head of the political bureau of Hamas?

• Ismail Haniyeh
• Yahya Sinwar
• Khaled Mashal
• Ahmad Yassin

What was the result of the 2014 Gaza war?

• A ceasefire agreement
• Hamas taking control of more territories
• Israeli annexation of Gaza
• Permanent peace treaty

What was the name of the operation launched by Israel in 2012 in response to rocket fire from Gaza?

• Operation Pillar of Defense
• Operation Cast Lead
• Operation Protective Edge
• Operation Sky Shield

How does Hamas primarily fund its operations?

• By collecting donations
• By taxing the Gaza population
• By engaging in illegal trade
• By using international aid

What is one of the reasons Hamas is considered a terrorist organization by many countries?

• Its use of suicide bombings
• Its support of peaceful resolutions
• Its humanitarian work
• Its political activism

What type of government does Hamas advocate for in Gaza?

• An Islamic government
• A secular democratic government
• A monarchy
• A communist government

What is Hamas's stance on a two-state solution with Israel?

• It rejects a two-state solution
• It supports a peaceful two-state solution
• It calls for a one-state solution
• It seeks negotiations for peace

Which of the following countries has a peace agreement with Israel that Hamas opposes?

• Egypt
• Jordan
• Saudi Arabia
• Turkey

What role did the UN play in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict involving Hamas?

• It has tried to mediate peace talks
• It supplied weapons to both sides
• It endorsed Hamas’s actions
• It imposed sanctions on Israel

What is Hamas's primary method of fighting Israel?

• Rocket attacks
• Diplomatic negotiations
• Cyber warfare
• Economic sanctions

What is the general response of Hamas to international pressure for ceasefire during conflicts?

• It insists on the lifting of blockades and prisoner releases
• It agrees immediately to ceasefire
• It seeks UN intervention for peace
• It calls for the recognition of Israel’s right to exist