The Arab-Israeli conflicts of the twentieth century, particularly the Six-Day War (1967) and Yom Kippur War (1973), reshaped the Middle East and intensified tensions between Israel and the Palestinian population. Israel’s control over the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem after 1967 led to widespread restrictions on Palestinians, sparking resistance movements. By 1987, frustration over military rule, economic struggles, and settlement expansion led to the First Intifada, a mass uprising that changed the course of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

This student worksheet provides a structured way for students to explore the occupied territories and the events leading to the First Intifada. It includes a detailed reading passage, covering key conflicts, territorial changes, life under Israeli occupation, and Palestinian resistance. The worksheet also features a source analysis activity, encouraging students to engage with a historical perspective on the challenges Israel faced during the uprising.

To enhance student understanding, the resource includes a link to an 11-minute educational video, which provides additional context through a visual explanation of the events.

A possible answer sheet is included for teachers, offering suggested responses to the source-based question, helping to guide classroom discussions.

With a structured reading passage, a source analysis task, and a video link, Occupied Territories and the Intifada is a ready-to-use resource that helps students engage with this critical period in Middle Eastern history while saving teachers valuable lesson preparation time.

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