Handout
Overview of Anti-Judaism and Antisemitism (UK)
Ensure students' comprehension of this reading on the history of antisemitism by having them annotate the text and respond to questions.
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This resource is intended for educators in the United Kingdom.
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Facing History & Ourselves, “Overview of Anti-Judaism and Antisemitism (UK)”, last updated March 12, 2018.
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