The video discusses the historical division of Central Asia into states, focusing on Afghanistan, Khiva, Bukhara, and others. It highlights the lack of ethnic boundaries and the influence of Russia, which divided the region into provinces. Post-revolution, Stalin redrew borders based on ethnicity, leading to the creation of new republics like Turkmenistan and Kirghistan. These changes caused ethnic tensions, especially in the Fergana Valley.

Which state remained semi-independent by the end of the 19th century in Central Asia?

• Kiva

• Afghanistan

• Bukhara

• Turkestan

What was the new name given to the 'steps province' after the Russian Revolution?

• Kurgis Autonomous Soviet Socialist Republic

• Kiva

• Turkestan

• Bukhara

What was Stalin's approach to managing the nationalities within the Soviet Union?

• Promote multiculturalism

• Redraw nations based on ethnicity

• Enforce Russian language

• Maintain existing borders

Which region was created for the Volga Germans?

• Fergana Valley

• Turkmenistan

• German Autonomous Region

• Kurgis Republic

What was a significant consequence of the border divisions in Central Asia?

• Economic prosperity

• Ethnic violence

• Political stability

• Cultural unification