The Holocaust Flashcards
1
Q
What is anti-Semitism?
A
Anti-Semitism is prejudice, discrimination, or hostility against Jewish people based on their ethnicity or religion.
2
Q
When did anti-Semitism first appear in Europe?
A
Anti-Semitism has deep roots in European history, but it became particularly intense during the Middle Ages, with Jews often being blamed for economic problems or scapegoated in times of crisis.
3
Q
What role did anti-Semitism play in the Holocaust?
A
Nazi ideology, which promoted extreme anti-Semitism, led to the systemic discrimination, persecution, and eventual genocide of Jews during the Holocaust.
