What factors contributed to the division and tensions that led to the genocide in Darfur and Sudan?
(Select all that apply.)
1. increased government militarization and rise of rebel groups
2. competition for grazing land and water sources
3. declaration of holy war by Sudanese King Tikal II
4. religious disputes between Muslim and non-Arab Sudanese
5. rebel backlash over UN investigators entering Sudan
6. disputes over land with valuable mineral and oil wealth
Are the answers 1, 2, 4, 5?
ms. sue does that mean that 1, 2, and 4 are correct?
I said 1,2,4,5
Yes, the answers are 1, 2, 4, and 6.
1. Increased government militarization and the rise of rebel groups played a significant role in the tensions that led to the genocide in Darfur and Sudan. The government in Sudan responded to rebel activities by increasing their military presence and using excessive force.
2. Competition for grazing land and water sources was another contributing factor. As the region faced environmental challenges like drought and desertification, the scarcity of resources intensified competition among different groups, leading to conflicts and tensions.
3. The declaration of holy war by Sudanese King Tikal II is not a factor that contributed to the division and tensions in Darfur and Sudan. This answer is incorrect.
4. Religious disputes between Muslim and non-Arab Sudanese also played a role. The government and Arab militias targeted non-Arab ethnic groups, who were predominantly Muslim but considered non-Arab by the ruling elite. This created a sectarian divide and escalated tensions.
5. Rebel backlash over UN investigators entering Sudan, although it is a factor in the broader conflict, was not a direct cause of the division and tensions that led to the genocide in Darfur and Sudan. This answer is incorrect.
6. Disputes over land with valuable mineral and oil wealth is another factor that contributed to the division and tensions. The presence of valuable resources further intensified competition and conflicted interests among various groups in the region.
I think 1,2, and 4 are right but there is a forth answer.
Sergio/Amanda -- please do not change names.
I'm not sure about 5 and 6.