Sykes-Picot Agreement and Its Consequences

The video discusses the Ottoman Empire's decision to join the Central Powers in WWI, leading to Allied plans to divide its territory. The Sykes-Picot Agreement of 1916 was a key plan for dividing Ottoman lands among Britain and France. The British promised Arab leaders a kingdom in exchange for support against the Ottomans, leading to the Arab Revolt. However, post-war, Britain and France reneged on many promises, leading to new borders in the Middle East. The video highlights the long-term impact of these agreements on modern Middle Eastern states.

What was the immediate reaction of the Allied Powers after the Ottoman Empire declared war?

• They formed a new alliance with the Ottomans.

• They began discussing the division of Ottoman territories.

• They ignored the declaration.

• They sought peace negotiations.

What did Britain promise Sharif Hussein in exchange for his support against the Ottomans?

• A seat in the British Parliament.

• A permanent alliance with France.

• A kingdom free of European interference.

• Control over the Suez Canal.

Who were the main negotiators of the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

• T. E. Lawrence and Mustafa Kemal

• David Lloyd George and Georges Clemenceau

• Sir Mark Sykes and François Georges-Picot

• Winston Churchill and Charles de Gaulle

What was a key reason for France's interest in Mosul during the Sykes-Picot negotiations?

• A large French-speaking population.

• Its strategic location for trade.

• The presence of oil resources.

• Historical ties to the region.

What was the Balfour Declaration?

• An agreement to divide Africa among European powers.

• A peace treaty with the Ottoman Empire.

• Support for the creation of a Jewish nation.

• A promise of independence to India.

Why was Britain able to unilaterally change the terms of the Sykes-Picot Agreement after the war?

• Because the League of Nations intervened.

• Because France withdrew from the agreement.

• Because British troops had conquered the areas in question.

• Because the Ottoman Empire regained power.

Which modern states were influenced by the borders drawn in the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

• Egypt and Libya

• Iraq and Syria

• Iran and Afghanistan

• Turkey and Greece

What was the outcome for King Hussein after the implementation of the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

• He was betrayed and lost his promised lands.

• He formed an alliance with the French.

• He was given control over Palestine.

• He became the ruler of a large Arabian kingdom.

Which country gained control over Syria and Lebanon after the war?

• Russia

• France

• Germany

• Italy

What was a significant long-term consequence of the Sykes-Picot Agreement?

• The creation of a single Arab nation.

• The unification of the Middle East under one government.

• The establishment of modern Middle Eastern states.

• The end of European influence in the region.