Operation Solomon

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Questions and Answers

Which country is the destination for the Ethiopian Jews in Operation Solomon?

Ethiopia
Sudan (correct)
Kenya
Egypt

When did Operation Solomon take place?

25 May 1991 (correct)
18 June, 2003
May 15, 1948
September 5, 1978

What was the purpose of Operation Solomon?

To provide economic assistance to Israel
To bring Ethiopian Jews to Israel (correct)
To celebrate the arrival of new immigrants
To remove seats from planes

Why were the planes used in Operation Solomon modified by removing seats?

<p>To accommodate more people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges did the Beta Israel immigrants face upon arrival in Israel?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Operation Solomon

The destination country for the Ethiopian Jews in Operation Solomon was Israel.
Operation Solomon took place in 1991, a 36-hour airlift that rescued over 14,000 Ethiopian Jews from Addis Ababa.

Purpose and Logistics

The purpose of Operation Solomon was to transport Ethiopian Jews from Addis Ababa to Israel.
The planes used in Operation Solomon were modified by removing seats to maximize the number of passengers they could carry.

Challenges Faced by Beta Israel Immigrants

Upon arrival in Israel, the Beta Israel immigrants faced challenges as they struggled to adapt to a new culture and environment.

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Quiz: Operation Solomon and the Ethiopian Jewish Airlift Test your knowledge about Operation Solomon, the historic airlift operation that brought thousands of Ethiopian Jews to Israel. Explore the challenges, triumphs, and impact of this significant event in Israeli history.