Turkish Officials Protest U.S. Recognizing Armenian 'Genocide'

The video discusses the recognition of the Armenian genocide during the Ottoman Empire, with President Biden acknowledging the events that began in 1915 and resulted in the deaths of approximately 1.5 million Armenians. Turkey's deputy foreign minister met with the US ambassador, expressing that the statement lacks legal grounds and has hurt Turkish people. Turkey denies the term 'genocide,' citing casualties on both sides during World War One. The US aims to recognize these events to prevent future occurrences, without casting blame.

What is the main reason Turkey's deputy foreign minister met with the US ambassador?

• To discuss trade agreements

• To negotiate a peace treaty

• To dispute the recognition of the Armenian genocide

• To plan a joint military exercise

According to Turkey, what is the reason for rejecting the term 'genocide'?

• They believe it was a natural disaster

• They claim both Turks and Armenians were killed during the conflict

• They argue it was a political conspiracy

• They think it was a misunderstanding

What significant event did President Biden recognize?

• The events beginning in 1915 involving the Armenians

• The start of World War Two

• The fall of the Ottoman Empire

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

What is the estimated number of Armenians killed during the events recognized by President Biden?

• 500,000

• 1.5 million

• 2 million

• 3 million

What is the purpose of the US recognizing the events involving Armenians according to President Biden?

• To cast blame on Turkey

• To ensure such events never happen again

• To rewrite history

• To strengthen military alliances