Sarah

 Armenia:

Introduction: Armenia is a country located in Asia. In this webquest you will learn about Armenia’s geography, history, people, government, and economy. As you do your research, try to think about what you would do to make this country a better place. Use all of the websites, videos, and pictures to help you answer the questions.

Task: 1. What is the capital of Armenia?

2. What US country is Armenia slightly smaller that?

3.What is the biggest percentage of GDP in the economy? What percentage is it?

4.What was the date that Armenia gained independence? 5.What type of government is Armenia?

6.What is the official language of Armenia?

7.What is the official religion of Armenia?

8.What is Armenia’s terrain? 9. What was the 1st genocide of the 20th century?

10.What happened to Armenia after they gained independence from the USSR?

11.What do you think about the Armenian Genocide? Explain what it was and why you think what you think.

12.Do you find it interesting that Armenia is the only country with the official language being Christianity in its region? Why or why not?

13.What happened when Armenia became independent from the USSR?

14.What is the definition of a republic?

15.How does Armenia’s terrain affect the cities and other things of Armenia?

16.Which events that happened to Armenia could have happened to the United States?

17.Could an American version of the Armenian genocide ever happen in America? Why or why not?

18.What factors would you change about Armenia if you were the country’s president?

19.Armenia is a landlocked country. Do you think that affects its economy?

20.Examine Armenia. How does it compare to a very poor country? Is it poor or wealthy?

21.Analyze what you have learned about Armenia. Do you think it is developed or developing?

22.What was the problem with Armenia being apart of the USSR?

23.Explain why Armenia broke away from the USSR?

24. Do you think it is hard for the Christians in Armenia to remain Christians? Why or why not?

25.What would it be like if you were the photographer who took those pictures? What would you have done if you were Armenia’s president during the time of the genocide? Here is a good audio clip that will help you. Also use the video. []

media type="youtube" key="EJedvAEfHeQ" height="344" width="425" (this video is kind of gross. you don't have to watch the whole thing.) Conclusion: Look how much you’ve learned from this webquest about Armenia! You have learned about Armenia’s history and people. You’ve learned lots about the Armenian Genocide, the Christians in Armenia, and how Armenia gained independence. You also learned about the government, geography, and economy. I hope that you enjoyed learning about Armenia!

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Here is a good audio clip. []