Nationalism Between World Wars (1919-1939)

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What happened to the Ottoman Empire after World War I?

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The Ottoman Empire was broken apart, leaving only the country of Turkey.

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Who was Kemal Ataturk?

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Kemal Ataturk was the first president of Turkey and a nationalist who made changes to strengthen Turkey.

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What were some of Kemal Ataturk's reforms?

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*He implemented Westernization by imitating European customs and traditions, *established democracy by giving people a voice in government, including women's right to vote.

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Why did some Muslims resent Kemal Ataturk?

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Many Muslims resented him because he eliminated Islamic laws and created secular (non-religious) laws.

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What is Zionism?

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Zionism is the nationalist movement of Jews aiming to create an official nation for Jews in the Holy Land.

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What was the goal of Zionists after World War I?

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The goal was to create an official nation for Jews in the Holy Land, including Jerusalem.

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What conflict arose due to Zionism?

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Jews and Palestinians (Arab Muslims) were fighting for the same territory.

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What was India's status after World War I?

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India had been a colony of Great Britain for almost 200 years and began to increase its demands for independence.

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Who was Mohandas Gandhi?

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Mohandas Gandhi was a famous nationalist leader of India who fought for independence from Britain using non-violent methods.

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What was the Salt March?

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The Salt March was a famous event where Gandhi protested British taxes on salt by leading a peaceful march to the sea to make his own salt.