VOICED : Raices de armenios de Turquia

The video discusses the survival of Armenians during the 1915 genocide by adopting Islam and blending with Kurds in Turkey. Nearly a century later, Armenians are striving to reclaim their identity, with some considering a return to Christianity and Armenian cultural practices. Commemorations of the 1915 events highlight the ongoing struggle for recognition, as modern Armenians navigate their identity beyond religious affiliations. Despite Turkish authorities' refusal to label the events as genocide, they acknowledge the mass killings that occurred between 1915 and 1917.

What major change did Armenians make to survive the 1915 genocide?

• They sought refuge in America.

• They moved to Europe.

• They adopted Islam and blended with Kurds.

• They formed their own independent state.

What are some Armenians considering as part of reclaiming their identity?

• Starting new businesses.

• Returning to Christianity and discovering churches.

• Learning a new language.

• Moving to a different country.

Where did Armenians gather to commemorate the 1915 massacres?

• Istanbul and Tunceli

• Ankara and Izmir

• Adana and Mersin

• Bursa and Antalya

How do some Armenians view religion in defining their identity today?

• As the most important aspect.

• As less important than before.

• As irrelevant.

• As a barrier to unity.

What is the stance of Turkish authorities on the 1915 events?

• They have apologized for the events.

• They acknowledge massacres but not as genocide.

• They deny any events took place.

• They recognize it as a genocide.