WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was the social media used to let people know about the Egyptian revolution?
A
Snapchat
B
Whatsapp
C
Instagram
D
Facebook
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Most causes of the 2011 Egyptian revolution against Mubarak also existed in 1952, when the Free Officers ousted King Farouk: inherited power, corruption, under-development, unemployment, unfair distribution of wealth and the presence of Israel.

Detailed explanation-2: -Social media played a significant role facilitating communication and interaction among participants of political protests. Protesters used social media to organize demonstrations (both pro-and anti-governmental), disseminate information about their activities, and raise local and global awareness of ongoing events.

Detailed explanation-3: -On 18 June, the RCC declared Egypt a republic abolishing the monarchy (the infant son of Farouk had been reigning as King Fuad II) and appointing General Naguib, aged 52, as first president and prime minister.

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