About This Lesson
Overview
The origins of the Arab-Israeli conflict can be traced to the early 20th century, with the emergence of nationalism. In this lesson, students will use primary sources such as The Jewish State (1896) and The First Arab Congress (1913) to explore the concept of nationalism and connect the rise of nationalism in Europe to the emergence of both Zionism and Arab nationalism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Essential Questions
- What is a nation?
- How is nationalism different than patriotism?
Learning Objectives
Students will be able to:
- Situate the modern conflict in its historical and geographical context
- Describe the impact of nationalism on both Jews and Arabs
- Determine the meaning of words and phrases used in a text
- Determine the central ideas or information from a primary text
