VOICED : Comienza en Turquia juicio por intento de asesinato de Erdogan

VOICED : Comienza en Turquia juicio por intento de asesinato de Erdogan

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History, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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Turkey has initiated a trial against 47 suspects accused of attempting to assassinate President Erdogan during a failed coup. The trial is significant as the assassination attempt was a critical moment in the coup. The prosecution is seeking life sentences for the accused, including 37 military personnel. Erdogan was on vacation in Marmara when the coup occurred, and his hotel was attacked by coup plotters. Public protests have been held against the plotters, showing support for Erdogan. The judicial response to the coup has been unprecedented, with over 43,000 people detained.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main accusation against the 47 suspects in the trial initiated by Turkey?

Attempting to overthrow the government

Espionage against the state

Corruption and bribery

Attempting to assassinate President Erdogan

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was President Erdogan when the failed coup took place?

In Ankara, the capital city

At a military base

On vacation in Marmara

In Istanbul

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the military coup plotters take during the failed coup?

They took over the national television station

They seized control of the parliament

They attacked the hotel where Erdogan was staying

They blocked all major roads in the country

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's response to the coup plotters?

They supported the coup

They protested against the coup plotters

They remained neutral

They fled the country

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were detained in Turkey following the failed coup attempt?

Over 10,000

Over 43,000

Over 20,000

Over 30,000