5 Questions
What is the aim of one side in a civil war?
To take control of the country or a region
What is the average duration of civil wars since the end of World War II?
Just over four years
What has been the trend in the length of civil wars since the mid-19th century?
Increasing
What characterizes most modern civil wars?
Involvement of outside powers
How many concurrent civil wars were there close to the end of the Cold War?
Over 20
Test your knowledge of civil wars around the world with this quiz. From the Roman Republic to modern conflicts, challenge yourself on the causes, participants, and outcomes of civil wars throughout history.
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