TED-Ed: Ugly History: The Armenian Genocide | Ümit Kurt

The transcript details the historical oppression of Armenians under the Ottoman Empire, leading to the Hamidian Massacres and the Armenian Genocide during World War I. Despite initial resistance and the Young Turk Revolution, Armenians faced severe persecution, including deportation and forced Islamization. The genocide resulted in a drastic population decline, with many Armenians dispersing globally. The Turkish government continues to deny the genocide, though some historians and organizations advocate for recognition and justice.

What was one of the main reasons Sultan Abdul Hamid II initiated the Hamidian Massacres?

• To expand the Ottoman Empire

• To convert Armenians to Islam

• To gain favor with European powers

• To suppress Armenian influence and potential independence

What was a significant outcome of the Young Turk Revolution for the Armenians?

• Alliance with the Ottoman Empire

• Immediate independence for Armenia

• Deposition of the Sultan but continued violence

• Meaningful reforms for Armenian rights

How did Enver Pasha respond to the failure of his military campaign during World War I?

• He sought peace with Russia

• He blamed Armenian treachery and disarmed non-Muslims

• He resigned from his position

• He launched a successful counterattack

What was the primary method used by the Ottomans to reduce Armenian resistance during World War I?

• Granting them autonomy

• Providing them with military training

• Deporting them to concentration camps

• Offering them political positions

What was the estimated reduction in the Armenian population by the end of the genocide in 1916?

• From 1.5 million to 500,000

• From 3 million to 1.5 million

• From 2 million to 1 million

• From 1 million to 300,000

What is the current stance of the Turkish government regarding the Armenian genocide?

• They have apologized and offered reparations

• They claim it was a necessary wartime measure

• They deny it occurred

• They fully acknowledge it as genocide

What efforts are being made by Armenians and non-profit organizations regarding the genocide?

• To seek financial compensation

• To advocate for recognition and accountability

• To rewrite history books

• To establish a new Armenian state