First Kibbutz
What is the name of the first Kibbutz in Israel?
Kibbutz Degania
What is a Kibbutz?
A collective, socialist community located in Israel.
What is this Hebrew letter and what sound does it make?
Letter: א
This is Aleph, and it is silent.
What is socialism?
Socialism is a system where everyone works for the common good. No one is rich or poor because everyone shares money, resources and possessions. Members in a kibbutz share ownership of everything.
True or False: You do not have to pay rent on your house, healthcare is covered by the kibbutz, and daycare is free for children.
True
What is this letter, and what sound does it make?
Letter: בּ
Bet. Bet makes a "B" sounds.
Remember, Bet has a Belly Button and a tail.
Where is Kibbutz Degania located?
Near the Kinneret, in northern Israel.
If you are an outsider, how long do you need to live on the kibbutz before you can become a member?
One year
What is this letter, and what sound does it make?
Letter: ג
Gimmel. Gimmel makes a "G" sound.
Remember: Gimmel looks like a Girls boot.
What year was Kibbutz Degania established?
1909
According to the video, how many Kibbutzim are in Israel?
275
What is this letter, and what sound does it make?
Letter: ד
Dalet. Dalet makes a "D" sound.
Remember, Dalet has Dark and Dingy corners.
Where are the first settlers of Kibbutz Degania from AND name one reason why they came to Israel to create the kibbutz?
They are from RUSSIA.
Either of these reasons are acceptable:
1. Jews did not feel safe or free living in Russia.
2. The desire to build a new society that reflected the values of socialism where everyone works for the common good, and Zionism, establishing a country where Jews could be safe and free.
Around how many shekels does each member of the Kibbutz make a month, according to the video?
Around 5000, regardless of what you do on the kibbutz.
What is this letter and what sound does it make?
Letter: ה
Hay. Hay makes a 'H' sound.
Remember, Hay is Hurt with a broken leg, and Has to go to the Hospital for Help.