105 Armenian Genocide - One Minute History

During World War I, the Ottoman Empire viewed Armenians with suspicion, blaming them for military defeats. In retaliation, Armenians were disarmed, executed, and deported, leading to the deaths of nearly 1 million. Despite historical evidence, modern Turkey denies this as genocide.

What event led the Ottoman forces to blame the Armenians for their defeat?

• The Battle of Verdun

• The Battle of Sarikamish

• The Siege of Kut

• The Battle of Gallipoli

What happened to Armenian and non-Muslim soldiers after the defeat at Sarikamish?

• They were promoted

• They were given medals

• They were disarmed and killed

• They were sent to the front lines

On April 24, 1915, what action did Talaat Pasha take against Armenian intellectuals?

• He invited them to a peace conference

• He ordered their arrest

• He sent them to Europe

• He promoted them to higher positions

What was the fate of nearly 1 million Armenians during the deportations?

• They died in death marches and killings

• They were sent to Europe

• They were given new homes

• They were relocated to safe areas

How does modern-day Turkey view the events of the Armenian deportations?

• As a tragic mistake

• As a justified action

• As a genocide

• As a non-genocidal event