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What is the name of Aбай's father?
At what age did Aбай start attending the medrese?
Which community did Aбай serve as a bolis?
Who raised Aбай during his childhood?
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What did Aбай's father hope for him?
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What did Aбай use to promote beneficial ideas to his people?
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Which quality was Aбай particularly noted for in his youth?
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Who was Aбай affectionately called by his grandmother?
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Study Notes
A. G. Kunanbayev (Abai Qunanbaiuly)
- Originated from the Tobykty tribe of the Middle Zhuz in Kazakhstan.
- Father, Qunanbai Öskenbayuly, was a notable figure and appointed as a senior sultan of the Qarqaraly district by the Russian government in the mid-19th century.
- Mother, Ulzhan, belonged to the Argin tribe's Karakesek clan.
Early Life
- Raised by his great-grandmother Zere, who affectionately called him "Abai."
- Influenced by the family's esteemed background, with his father having high expectations for him.
Education and Development
- Enrolled in the Ahmet Riza madrasah in Semey at age 10, where he studied for four years.
- After his studies, returned to assist his father and engage in governance.
- Gained exposure to the cultural and spiritual practices of his people, developing eloquent speech influenced by local judges.
Political Involvement
- By the early 1870s, became a district elder in the Konyr Kökche region.
- Worked to shed light on the darker aspects of community life but struggled to achieve significant outcomes.
- Turned to poetry and literature to convey important social messages and promote community welfare.
Literary Influence
- Engaged with both Eastern classical literature (Nizami, Saadi, Hafiz, Navoi) and Western writers (Alexander Pushkin, Leo Tolstoy, Fyodor Dostoevsky).
- Studied works of philosophers and scientists like Spinoza, Spencer, and Darwin, integrating diverse intellectual traditions into his own outlook.
Legacy
- Acknowledged as a prominent figure in Kazakh literature and culture, having a lasting impact through both his governance and poetic efforts.
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Description
This quiz explores the life and historical context of Abai Qunanbayuli, a prominent figure from the Tóbyqty tribe of the Middle Zhuz. Discover the details of his family background, including significant relatives and their influence during the 19th century. Test your knowledge of Aбай's legacy and the cultural landscape of the time.
