Social Studies Assistance

The state of Israel has been engaged with Islamic terrorists since its inception and recognition as a country.  However, even prior to the establishment of Israel, Jewish and Arab fighters engaged in acts of violence in British-occupied Palestine.  Address the following in at least 300 words:

1. Prior to Israeli independence, against whom did Jewish fighters commit acts of violence?  Why?
2. In your opinion, were Jewish actions during this period acts of terrorism or of self-defense?  Support your answer with your definition of terrorism.
3. Are Israeli military actions against peoples in the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and surrounding Arab countries simply state-sponsored terrorism?  Why or why not?

Need no later than 5 PM New York time.