Understanding the Egyptian Revolt of 1881 Quiz

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Who led the revolts in Egypt in 1881?

Ahmed Urabi

What were the demands presented by Urabi to Khedive Tawfic in the petition?

Replacing the Prime minister. 2. Formulating the Egyptian parliament using European standards. 3. Increase the size of the Egyptian army to 18,000 instead of 12,000 as per the ottoman sultan’s decree.

What were the effects of Urabi's revolts in 1881?

First, Khedive Tawfic changed the prime minister and opened the House of Representatives (Parliament) in December 1881. Second, the French and British representatives presented a memorandum supporting the khedive and giving their countries the right of trusteeship and supervision in Egypt.

What decisions did Khedive Tawfic make in response to Urabi's requests?

<p>The Khedive changed the prime minister and opened the House of Representatives (Parliament) in December 1881.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the reaction of the French and British representatives to Urabi's revolts?

<p>They headed to Abdeen palace to present a memorandum supporting the khedive and giving their countries the right of trusteeship and supervision in Egypt.</p> Signup and view all the answers