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The Impact of Israeli Occupation on Palestinian Water Access Quiz

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Who controls a majority of the freshwater resources in the occupied West Bank and Gaza?

Israel (correct)
United Nations
Palestinian authorities
Egypt

What has had a devastating impact on the water supply in Gaza?

16-year blockade and military operations (correct)
Rising temperatures and sea levels
Water pollution
Lack of infrastructure

What do monitoring groups say about the water deficit in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories?

The sea water can be used for drinking and agriculture
Water deficit is not a concern in the region
They use much more water every year than can be replenished naturally (correct)
Water usage is sustainable

Who is described as a 'water superpower' in the text?

Israel (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of the rising temperatures and droughts in the region?

Water sources are drying up (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the challenges faced by Palestinians in accessing clean water in the occupied West Bank and Gaza?

Israeli occupation and control of freshwater resources, 16-year blockade, and military operations have led to a devastating impact on the water supply for Palestinians. Signup and view all the answers

What is the impact of rising temperatures and sea levels in the region?

Rising temperatures and sea levels are exacerbating the challenges, making life more difficult for the residents in the region. Signup and view all the answers

Who has the power to control the water supply in the occupied Palestinian territories?

Israeli authorities have the power to control the water supply in the occupied Palestinian territories. Signup and view all the answers

What is the situation in Gaza, and how is it described in the text?

Gaza is described as a war zone and the world's biggest open-air prison, with more than 2 million residents facing severe challenges. Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of the water deficit in Israel and the occupied Palestinian territories?

The water deficit has led to water sources drying up, impacting millions of people who live next to the sea but cannot use seawater for essential needs. Signup and view all the answers