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Akhmet Baitursynuly was born in __________.
Akhmet Baitursynuly was born in __________.
1872
He started his career as a __________ in Aqtobe.
He started his career as a __________ in Aqtobe.
teacher
The purpose of the 1905 Plea was to open a __________ house.
The purpose of the 1905 Plea was to open a __________ house.
printing
Akhmet's work 'Masa' was published in __________.
Akhmet's work 'Masa' was published in __________.
He had a desire to create equality between Kazakh and __________ people.
He had a desire to create equality between Kazakh and __________ people.
Akhmet translated works of authors like Alexander __________.
Akhmet translated works of authors like Alexander __________.
He spent a lot of time in __________ after being arrested.
He spent a lot of time in __________ after being arrested.
In 1937, he was repressed by the Soviet regime as an 'enemy of the __________.'
In 1937, he was repressed by the Soviet regime as an 'enemy of the __________.'
He was a member of the __________ Orda government.
He was a member of the __________ Orda government.
The 1912 work 'Oqu quraly' is used to teach __________ knowledge.
The 1912 work 'Oqu quraly' is used to teach __________ knowledge.
Study Notes
Akhmet Baitursynuly: Key Facts
- Renowned as a scientist, pedagogue, translator, public activist, reformer, and member of the Alash Orda government.
- Born on September 5, 1872, in the Aqkol village of the Qostanay region.
- Received education in a Russian-Kazakh school followed by four years in high school.
- Began his career as a teacher in Aqtobe, Qostanay, and Qarqaraly during the time Kazakhstan was part of the Russian Empire.
Contributions and Reforms
- Initiated a campaign in 1905, attracting around 15,000 individuals aiming to establish a printing house and library, and to run a newspaper.
- Advocated for equality between the Kazakh and Russian populations.
- Faced exile to Orynbor by the Russian government due to his activism.
Collaborative Efforts
- Collaborated with notable figures Alikhan Bokeykhan and Mirzhaqyp Dulatuly to support the "Kazakh" newspaper.
- The newspaper aimed to enhance literacy and knowledge among Kazakhs.
Translator and Literary Impact
- Translated works of renowned authors such as Alexander Pushkin, Mikhail Lermontov, and Francois Voltaire into Kazakh, significantly impacting the education of the Kazakh youth.
- Authored "Masa" (Mosquito), published in 1911, encouraging education, art appreciation, and a strong work ethic among Kazakh youth.
- Released "Oqu quraly" (Reading Tool) in 1912, which continues to provide fundamental knowledge of the Kazakh language.
Concluding Circumstances
- Despite his substantial contributions to Kazakh society, he faced repression, being arrested and imprisoned.
- In 1937, he was labeled an "enemy of the people" by the Soviet regime and subsequently repressed.
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Description
This quiz explores the life and contributions of Akhmet Baitursynuly, a significant figure in Kazakh history known for his work as a scientist, pedagogue, and public activist. You will learn about his early education, career, and the impact he had during the period when Kazakhstan was part of the Russian Empire. Test your knowledge on this influential reformer and member of the Alash Orda government.
