This research subject focuses on the critical period in Cypriot history between 1974 and 1983, specifically examining the events of July 1974, their subseq
Topic Synopsis
This research subject focuses on the critical period in Cypriot history between 1974 and 1983, specifically examining the events of July 1974, their subsequent impact on Cypriot society, and the key figures who shaped this era.
Key Concepts & Core Principles
- Το πραξικόπημα της 15ης Ιουλίου 1974 και ο ρόλος της ΕΟΚΑ Β' και της ελληνικής χούντας.
- Η τουρκική εισβολή (Αττίλας Ι & ΙΙ) και οι στρατιωτικές επιχειρήσεις που οδήγησαν στην κατοχή του βόρειου τμήματος του νησιού.
- Η διχοτόμηση της Κύπρου, η δημιουργία της 'Πράσινης Γραμμής' και η de facto διαίρεση του νησιού.
- Ο αντίκτυπος στην κυπριακή κοινωνία: το προσφυγικό ζήτημα, οι αγνοούμενοι, οι δημογραφικές αλλαγές και οι οικονομικές συνέπειες.
- Οι βασικές πολιτικές φυσιογνωμίες της περιόδου (Μακάριος, Σαμψών, Ντενκτάς, Καραμανλής, Ετζεβίτ) και ο ρόλος τους.
Exam Tips & Revision Strategies
- Ensure research covers all three aspects: July 1974, social impact, and key figures.
- Use at least two authentic sources in Greek for independent research.
- Focus on critical analysis rather than just recounting historical facts.
- Ensure the response to the research question is balanced between research findings and the unseen stimulus text.
- Practice using complex grammatical structures and a wide range of vocabulary to access higher mark bands.
Common Misconceptions & Mistakes to Avoid
- Relying on description rather than critical analysis.
- Losing focus on the specific research subject.
- Failing to integrate information from the unseen stimulus text.
- Inconsistent or poorly justified arguments.
- Lack of evidence from independent research to support points of view.
Examiner Marking Points
- Demonstration of knowledge and understanding of the historical events of July 1974.
- Analysis of the social impact of the 1974 events on the population of Cyprus.
- Identification and discussion of key figures influential during the 1974–1983 period.
- Ability to critically analyse the research subject by sustaining a line of argument.
- Drawing of conclusions based on research findings.
- Integration of information from an unseen stimulus text with independent research findings.