What is a key cause of ethnic conflicts?
a) Economic equality
b) Political and social discrimination
c) Universal religious beliefs
d) High levels of education
Which of the following is an example of a sectarian conflict?
a) Trade disputes between countries
b) Religious violence between different sects of the same faith
c) Economic competition between corporations
d) Disagreements over climate change policies
Which region has witnessed prolonged ethnic conflict between Hutus and Tutsis?
a) South America
b) Middle East
c) East Africa
d) Southeast Asia
What is a common factor in sectarian conflicts?
a) Shared religious beliefs
b) Political power struggles
c) Economic prosperity
d) High literacy rates
Which of the following is an example of an ethnic conflict?
a) Cold War tensions
b) Rwandan Genocide
c) Space race competition
d) Trade wars between nations
Which term refers to the deliberate mass killing of an ethnic group?
a) Colonialism
b) Genocide
c) Federalism
d) Isolationism
What role does nationalism play in ethnic conflicts?
a) It unites all ethnic groups
b) It often fuels divisions and tensions
c) It eliminates ethnic discrimination
d) It ensures equal political representation
Which international organization is responsible for peacekeeping efforts in ethnic conflicts?
a) FIFA
b) United Nations
c) WTO
d) NATO
Which of the following has contributed to sectarian violence in the Middle East?
a) Industrialization
b) Religious and political divisions
c) High levels of employment
d) Expansion of renewable energy
What is a major impact of ethnic conflicts on societies?
a) Increased economic development
b) Political instability and displacement
c) Strengthened diplomatic relations
d) Higher literacy rates
Which of the following is a common effect of sectarian conflicts?
a) Economic growth
b) Religious harmony
c) Displacement of communities
d) Increased cultural exchange
Which of these countries has experienced sectarian violence between Sunni and Shia groups?
a) Norway
b) Iraq
c) Japan
d) Canada
What is the primary cause of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?
a) Disputes over sports teams
b) Land and religious claims
c) Lack of technological advancement
d) Global warming
Which conflict was largely based on ethnic divisions in the Balkans?
a) Vietnam War
b) Yugoslav Wars
c) Korean War
d) Gulf War
What is one way to resolve ethnic conflicts?
a) Promoting discrimination
b) Encouraging inclusive governance
c) Suppressing minority voices
d) Eliminating cultural diversity
What was a major cause of the Darfur conflict in Sudan?
a) Space exploration
b) Ethnic and political tensions
c) Technological advancements
d) Decrease in birth rates
Which African country has experienced prolonged ethnic conflict between different groups?
a) Switzerland
b) South Sudan
c) Iceland
d) New Zealand
Which factor often escalates sectarian conflicts?
a) Government neutrality
b) Foreign intervention and propaganda
c) Economic equality
d) Environmental protection policies
Which method is often used to reduce ethnic conflicts?
a) Excluding minorities from politics
b) Power-sharing agreements
c) Promoting division between groups
d) Banning education for minorities
What is an ethnic minority?
a) A group that forms the majority in a country
b) A smaller group with distinct cultural or racial characteristics
c) A political organization
d) A non-political religious movement
Which event is an example of a historical ethnic conflict?
a) World Cup 2018
b) Armenian Genocide
c) Signing of the Paris Agreement
d) Invention of the printing press
Which term describes forced removal of an ethnic group from a region?
a) Ethnic cleansing
b) Globalization
c) Free trade
d) Urbanization
What is one way sectarian conflicts can be resolved?
a) Promoting dialogue and tolerance
b) Banning interfaith discussions
c) Suppressing peaceful protests
d) Encouraging discrimination
Which region has experienced ethnic conflicts due to colonial borders?
a) Europe
b) Africa
c) Antarctica
d) Australia
What is an economic impact of ethnic conflicts?
a) Increase in foreign investment
b) Decline in economic growth
c) Stable employment rates
d) Increased technological development
Which of the following is an example of sectarian conflict in South Asia?
a) India-Pakistan religious tensions
b) U.S.-Mexico trade disputes
c) China-Japan economic competition
d) European Union policy debates
What role do religious leaders play in resolving sectarian conflicts?
a) Encouraging violence
b) Promoting peace and reconciliation
c) Supporting discrimination
d) Preventing negotiations
Which conflict was primarily based on ethnic divisions in Africa?
a) American Civil War
b) Rwandan Genocide
c) Russian Revolution
d) French Revolution
What is the main goal of peacebuilding in ethnic conflicts?
a) Continuing hostilities
b) Promoting coexistence and stability
c) Increasing military intervention
d) Supporting segregation
