Why did the Ottoman rulers begin to view Armenians as a threat?

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Suny: That is the central question of my forthcoming book. There is a tendency on the part of some scholars - particularly Armenians - not to try to explain the genocide because – “why do you need to explain it? These are Turks, this is what they do, and this is the kind of regime it was.” Or, slightly more sophisticated – “oh, it's Christians and Muslims – they are inevitably in conflict.” Or — “it's clashes of nationalism.” Now for me, religion, nationalism, the nature of Turkish culture, Ottoman society, the state - all of these are the questionsto be asked, not the answers. That is, they need to be investigated. The way I would explain this genocide, and I think it has relevance for other kinds of ethnic cleansings and mass killings, is that the regime developed what I call an “affective disposition” - that is, an emotional understanding of who the enemy was. They constructed the Armenians as an existential threat to the Ottoman Empire and to the Turkish nation, what they conceived as the Turkish nation at that time. I try to explain the origins of this affective disposition - this mental universe - in which emotion, fear, anger, and resentment combined to create an image of Armenians. Armenians originally had been thought of as a loyal millet, but after 1878 the Armenians became an instrument of certain foreign powers to intervene in the Ottoman regime and internal policy — the Ottomans began to see them as a threat.

Remind us what happened in 1878.

This was the Russian-Turkish War of 1877-1878. The Russians beat the Turks, and they were going to impose reforms on the Ottoman Empire, and that was the beginning of the new “Armenian question” that continued right up to the war. Now, some people would say "well, you don't need to go into emotions - it was a perfectly strategic, rational choice. The Armenians were actually a threat in World War I, and the Turks decided to get rid of them for national security reasons.” My view is that's an insufficient explanation. Why did they see them as a threat? A threat is always a perception. It's about emotion, it's about understanding, feeling, sentiment, and construction - both cognitive and emotional construction. I'm taking a step backwards to see how they got into the position that they could imagine people this way and then carry out the worst possible kinds of things. I’m bringing emotion into it.

By some accounts, Armenians sided with Russia at the beginning of World War I —was that something the Ottomans could point to that the Armenians were a threat?

This is the problem. You can't say the Armenians sided with Russia. That is what the Ottomans would say, and they perceived that. So there are people who try to justify what the Ottomans did to the Armenians by saying they were with the enemy. What I try to show in the book is that the overwhelming majority of Ottoman Armenians wanted to stay in the Empire, but they also wanted reforms to protect them and allow them to prosper. They wanted Kurdish predations against Armenians to be contained, for example. The Ottoman government was opposed to these reforms, but ultimately had to agree to them in February 1914. When the war came, though, they used the first opportunity to get rid of them. I’ll give you an example. As the Ottomans are going to war, they mobilize the population. Hundreds and thousands of young Armenian men are drafted and join the Ottoman army. A few desert and go over to the Russian side. Some prominent leaders go over to the Russian side. The Russians form Armenian voluntary units on the Caucasian side against the Ottomans, but the Turks see this as treachery and demobilize hundreds of thousands of Armenian soldiers, take their weapons and uniforms away, turn them into labor battalions, and eventually murder them. So it's a very different thing. It's not that there wasn't sympathy among some for Russia, but there was also no particular love for Russia. Russians didn't like the Armenian nationalist revolutionaries any more than the Turks did so they were persecuting them as well. The Armenians were in an unfortunate position - in Persia, in Russia, and in Turkey. They were like the Kurds today.


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Question: How does this same idea, that “we’re all in this together,” also apply to other situations, such as your school?

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Explanation:

I once saw a demonstration in Denver Col. The problem was that the School Board imposed a curriculum without really consulting students and teachers.

Right across the street from where I was staying, there were students and teachers holding placards proclaiming their dissatisfaction. They were peaceful and were exercising their first amendment rights. It was a delight to see. They stayed there for about an hour and a half I think.

Their motto very well could have been "we're all in this together." Teachers and students don't always agree but in this instance, they did.

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1. False.

2. True.

3. True.

4. False.

5. True.

6. False.

7. False.

8. True.

9. False.

10. False.

11. True.

12. True.

13. False.

14. False.

Explanation:

1. False: If US citizens become dissatisfied with the way their representatives are governing, there is nothing they can do. The citizens of US have a constitutional right to recall their representatives under a democratic form of government.

2. True: The US system of government is based on ideals similar to those in the Mayflower Compact.

3. True: The framers of the constitution wanted to emphasize the importance of the people.

4. False: The judicial branch has the most power of all three branches. The executive branch has the most power of all three branches i.e judicial, legislative and executive.

5. True: The executive branch includes the president and Vice President.

6. False: Only the president needs to approve an amendment for it to be written into the Constitution. The congress of the United States of America which comprises of the Senate (upper chamber) and House of Representatives (lower chamber) needs to approve an amendment for it to be written into the Constitution.

7. False: The executive branch is made up of two houses—the senate and the House of Representatives. The legislative branch is made up of two house; the senate (upper house) and the House of Representatives (lower house).

8. True: The president meets regularly with his cabinet.

9. False: The constitution is not an enduring document. A Constitution refers to a set of written laws and principles which is typically used to determine the power and authority of the government, as well as guarantee the fundamental rights of its citizens. Therefore, it is an enduring document.

10. False: The framers of the constitution made the amendment process very easy. The amendment process is not very easy because a proposed amendment to the Constitution must get three-quarter of the states to vote in support.

11. True: The preamble begins with the words "We the people"

12. True: Many of our freedoms are started in the Bill of Rights.

13. False: In a federal system there are two levels of government—the president and congress. The two levels of government in a federal system are; national and subnational.

14. False: Our government is based upon the idea of minority rule. The government of the United States of America is based on the idea of majority rule.

What economic system did colonialism strengthen as trade increased between European empires?
A. Capitalism
B. Socialism
C. Feudalism
D. Isolationism

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Answer:

A. Capitalism

Explanation:

Colonialism is the spreading of Capitalism.

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Answer:

The answer is A. Capitalism

Explanation:

This is directly from PF reading material. Read the first sentence.

"Capitalism and colonialism worked together to increase the power of European states in the early modern period. As Europeans strengthened their own power with colonies overseas, they created an unequal political and economic relationship system. This inequality is largely why lands that were colonized have been disadvantaged in the long term."

How can the Supreme Court provide a "check" to balance the power of the legislative branch?
A
by impeaching members of Congress
B
by limiting Senators' length of office
C
by declaring a law unconstitutional
D
by setting the number of House members

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Answer:

it is c

Explanation:

)Article21oftheConstitutionGuarantees-

(a)RighttoSpeech

(b)Righttolife

(c)Righttofreedom

(d)Noneoftheabo​

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right to life and liberty so that would be B

Can anyone say something about the great emperor Ashoka?​

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Answer:

Ashoka was a great emperor he ruled his community well

What made the Battle of Yorktown significant?

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Answer:

Significance of the Battle of Yorktown: The significance of the conflict was that Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington as French and American forces trapped the British at Yorktown. The British surrender at the Battle of Yorktown ended the American Revolutionary War.

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Describe three leadership qualities of Ulysses S. Grant

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Answer:

Find a Profession Where Your Passion Meets Your Purpose. ...

Although Your Strengths Can Take You Far, Your Biggest Weakness Can Derail Your Career and Your Life. ...

Decisiveness. ...

Coolness under Pressure. ...

Focus on What You Can Control. ...

Never Blame Others. ...

Integrity. ...

Strategic Thinking.

Answer:

Ulysses S. Grant possessed the qualities of strength, moral courage, and good judgement

Explanation:

Strength: He led a frenzy of campaigns that essentially slowed down the Confederate army and aided in bringing one of the most deadliest US wars to an end.

Moral courage: He was a determined leader with unwavering tenacity

Good judgement: Known for possessing good judgement of character

What is the study of healthy foods?​

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To assess the overall influence of diet on health and disease in epidemiological studies, the habitual diet of the study participants has to be captured as a pattern rather than individual foods or nutrients. The simplest way to describe dietary preferences is to separate foods considered beneficial to health from foods …

Some heathy foods are:

1. salad

2. fruit

3. Chicken (not fried)

4. Corn

5. And your everyday Greens.

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Which factors led to the creation of the state of Israel? Select three options.

British Mandate
Arab-Israeli War
Suez Canal Crisis
Balfour Declaration
UN Partition of Palestine

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The factors that led to the creation of the state of Israel included the following

British mandate Balfour declaration Un partition of Palestine

What was the British Mandate ?

The British Mandate for Palestine refers to the League of Nations mandate for British rule of the territories of Palestine and Transjordan after being conceded by the Ottoman Empire at the end of World War I.

What was the Balfour Declaration ?

The Balfour Declaration was a statement propagated by British government in 1917 during World War 1 announcing its willingness for the establishment of a "national home for the Jewish people" in Palestine.

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Answer:

A, D, E

Explanation:

A. What are 3-4 new things you learned by reading the American Yawp textbook? How does what you may have learned as a child or in other classes contradict what you have learned so far in this course? B.Please select 4 quotes from the Howard Zinn Readings you found interesting, strange, or of importance. For each quote, please write 1-2 fully developed paragraphs reflecting as to why you chose those quotes. Consider what they have to do with history or how they are engaging your learning. C.What is your reaction to the video Who Really Discovered America? In 1-2 paragraphs reflect.Why is it important to consider other perspectives of history? plz, I needed answer been not plagiarised. if anyone could answer it be appreciated. i needed answer by today. plz.

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Why was Jackson considered a champion of the "Common Man"?

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Answer: because he came from humble beginnings.

Explanation:

Democratic-Republican Party: an American political party formed by Thomas Jefferson. They supported an agrarian-based, decentralized, democratic government.

How do people protest against
actions/people that they don't agree with today? Why do people protest? You must have a
least 3 sentences

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Answer:

Social psychology has lots to offer the study of protest. Exploring the causes of feelings and actions – and how these are influenced by social context – helps identify a number of important factors that explain protest actions, including grievances, efficacy, identity and emotions.

If the supply of a good or service is high what happens to the price

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Answer:

the price increase

Explanation:

it would go up because it a good product in people would want to buy more so they would increase the price.

13. Some colonized peoples found opportunities for advancement through what means?
A. Servitude
O B. Working in mines
O C. Education
OD. Serving as clergy members

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Answer:C Education

Explanation:

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Which statement BEST explains how the author’s word choice in the sentence contributes to the meaning of the passage?

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Answer:The author uses the words investments and dividends...

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The author uses the words investments and dividends

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The zoot suit riots—- what started the riots in Los Angeles

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Unrest begins in south central la on April 29 after a trial jury acquitted four and stuff

Archaeologists and historians agree on the exact date that human arrived in the Western Hemisphere.

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Answer:

That statement is false.

Explanation:

The time when humans first arrived in western hemisphere occurred far before humans understand the concept of numbers and writings.  Since there's no physical evidence to rely on, it is impossible for Archeologists and Historians to determine an exact date.

In the end, all they can do is predict the time period.

Based on the estimation of how old the artifacts / architectures that they found. they predicted that human arrived in western hemisphere around  29,000 to 57,000 years ago.

Why did many colonists in
Jamestown starve?

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Answer:

winter of 1609-1610, when food shortages, fractured leadership, and a siege by Powhatan Indian warriors killed two of every three colonists at James Fort. From its beginning, the colony struggled to maintaining a food supply.

Explanation:

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1) What was the Hayes-Tilden Compromise?

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Answer:

Through the Compromise, Republican Rutherford B. Hayes was awarded the White House over Democrat Samuel J. Tilden on the understanding that Hayes would remove the federal troops whose support was essential for the survival of Republican state governments in South Carolina, Florida and Louisiana.

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what happened in history to turn B.C. to A.D.

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The Birth of Christ. For non-Christians they may say BCE and CE instead of BC and AD.

Answer:

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Explanation:

This calendar era is based on the traditionally reckoned year of the conception or birth of Jesus, with AD counting years from the start of this epoch and BC denoting years before the start of the era. There is no year zero in this scheme, so the year AD 1 immediately follows the year 1 BC.

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(Blank) is the term that describes the presence of U.S war ships in Panama to intimidate Colombia. (The answer is two words.

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Answer:

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Explanation:

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Topic:
The Expansion of Civilization in Southern Asia
Question:
Islamic armies and Islamic influence came to the Indian subcontinent

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Answer:

Explanation:

The continued trade between Arab Muslims and Indians, Islam continued to spread in coastal Indian cities and towns, both through immigration and conversion. The first great expansion of Islam into India came during the Umayyad Dynasty of caliphs, who were based in Damascus.  

What stood out to you the most during this special? In other words, which pieces did you connect with most?

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Answer:

the dots

Explanation:

Select the correct answer. Read the Preamble to the Constitution. Then answer the question that follows. We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America. Which phrase from the Preamble shows that the Constitution is meant to provide safety and protection measures for citizens? A. form a more perfect Union B. provide for the common defence C. We the people of the United States D. establish this Constitution

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B. Provide for the common defence

Answer:

B. provide for the common defence

Explanation:

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Can someone pls give 2 open ended questions about the discovery of the Americas and about American Indian/ Native Americans. Thanks

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Answer:

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What are some of the challenges that American Indians have faced with the coming of European civilization? What methods did the U.S. Government use to subdue?

Answer:

1. What were three motivators that led to worldwide colonization?

2. What were two key differences between Western society and Native American society?

Explanation:

How did World War 1 impact art and literature? many artists and writers died in the war that there was a shortage of new work OBand writers avoided portraying the war work O C. Because men were fighting in the war, women were allowed to be artists and writers for the first time. O D. Artists and writers attempted to portray the war in their work

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Answer:

D. Artists and writers attempted to portray the war in their work

Explanation:

Art and literature was highly impacted by World War 1 and that was the dark time of art and literature. Art showed the tragic and action painting the tragic time. The art and literature showed the violence and symbols of destruction during this time which was influenced by war.

Hence, the correct answer is "D. Artists and writers attempted to portray the war in their work".

Read each passage carefully. How are the ideas from the Magna Carta and the US Constitution similar? A. They protect people from invasions. B. They give people the right to a trial by jury. C. They form a governing group of officials. D. They increase the power of the king and the president.

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Answer:

C

Explanation:

Answer:

C on edg

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In the federal system land had the same use as _______ does today

O money
O real estate
O Education
O politics

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Answer:

Correct answer is real estate.

Explanation:

In the Middle ages, land was the  the best to prove power and worth. The more land you had the richer you were. It is like with the real estates today.

Money wasn't used that much in the Middle Ages, as people were exchanging (trading) their products.

Education and politics are totally different areas into contrast with the question.

Who is the main leader for independence in south American countries?
a. Christopher Columbus
b. Simon bolivar
c. Jose de guadeloupe
d. toussaint louverture

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Answer:

Simon bolivar

Explanation:

Answer: B, Simon Bolivar

Explanation:

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