The conflicts between the Hutus and Tutsis resulted in an estimated half a million deaths in these two areas.
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Responses
a Rwanda and Nigeria
b Nigeria and Sudan
c Sudan and Rwanda
d Rwanda and Burundi
c Sudan and Rwanda
The conflicts between the Hutus and Tutsis resulted in an estimated half a million deaths in Rwanda and Burundi (d).
To determine the correct answer, we need to understand the historical context of the conflicts between the Hutus and Tutsis. The Hutus and Tutsis are two major ethnic groups in the African countries of Rwanda and Burundi. In the mid-20th century, tensions between these groups escalated, leading to a series of conflicts and genocidal acts.
To find the answer to this question, we need to identify the locations where the Hutu-Tutsi conflicts occurred and resulted in an estimated half a million deaths. By process of elimination, we can examine each option:
a) Rwanda and Nigeria: Nigeria is not historically known for conflicts between Hutus and Tutsis. Therefore, option (a) is incorrect.
b) Nigeria and Sudan: Similarly, there is no historical record of Hutu-Tutsi conflicts in Nigeria and Sudan. Hence, option (b) is incorrect.
c) Sudan and Rwanda: Sudan has had its own conflicts and ethnic tensions, but the Hutu-Tutsi conflicts did not occur in Sudan. Thus, option (c) is incorrect.
d) Rwanda and Burundi: The correct answer is option (d). Both Rwanda and Burundi experienced significant Hutu-Tutsi conflicts which led to mass killings and an estimated half a million deaths.
Therefore, the conflicts between the Hutus and Tutsis resulted in an estimated half a million deaths in Rwanda and Burundi.