Rwanda and African Colonies (1990-1998)
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What was a key outcome of the Berlin Conference of 1884?

  • It resulted in the division of Africa among European powers. (correct)
  • It led to the establishment of an independent African nation.
  • It fostered cooperation between European powers and African leaders.
  • It resolved all disputes between European powers regarding African colonization.

    • Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding the impact of European colonization on Africa?

  • European colonization often resulted in dependence on agriculture and traditional ways of income. (correct)
  • European colonization improved the living standards of the majority of African populations.
  • European colonization led to greater political stability in Africa.
  • European colonization promoted economic diversification in African countries.
  • European colonization brought about technological advancement in Africa.

    • What is a key difference between the First and Second Republics in Rwanda between 1963 - 1990?

  • The First Republic saw a Tutsi invasion, while the Second Republic saw a Hutu invasion.
  • The Second Republic was marked by a peaceful transition of power, while the First Republic experienced a violent coup. (correct)
  • The First Republic was characterized by a more democratic system, while the Second Republic was more authoritarian.
  • The Second Republic promoted a system of communal ownership, whereas the First Republic promoted private ownership.
  • The First Republic saw the beginning of the Rwandan genocide while the Second Republic saw the genocide intensifying.

    • What was a major consequence of the Rwandan genocide?

    <p>The Rwandan genocide caused widespread social unrest and political instability. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were the main goals of the European powers who attended the Berlin Conference?

    <p>To seize African land, resources, and people for their own benefit. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did King Leopold II of Belgium gain control of the Congo?

    <p>He persuaded African leaders to sign treaties granting him control of the Congo. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What were some of the positive impacts of modernization in Rwanda?

    <p>It fostered a sense of unity and national pride. (A), It contributed to the development of a strong and diversified economy. (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these were negative impacts of modernization on Rwanda?

    <p>The exploitation of Hutus and displacement from their land. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main ethnic group that dominated the Rwandan population before the genocide?

    <p>Hutu (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event marked the assassination of the Rwandan president that escalated the genocide?

    <p>Assassination of Habyarimana (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the Rwandan population was Tutsi prior to the genocide?

    <p>14% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country did not get involved in the Rwandan genocide, despite being a major world power?

    <p>USA (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the historical ethnic tensions between Hutus and Tutsis?

    <p>Belgian colonial policies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason for European imperialism in Africa mentioned in the background?

    <p>Greater industrialization (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the leader of Rwanda following the genocide?

    <p>Paul Kagame (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of people collaborated with European powers during colonialism for personal gain?

    <p>African collaborators (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the policies of Germany in East Africa during the 19th century?

    <p>Brutal repression of opposition (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group was favored by European colonizers in Rwanda, leading to social divisions?

    <p>The Tutsi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant impact did colonial rule have on the local leadership in Rwanda?

    <p>Weakened local leaders (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the purpose of the ID card and registration system set up by Belgium in Rwanda?

    <p>To draw a divide between Tutsis and Hutus (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a primary goal of the UNAR party founded in 1959?

    <p>Promoting Rwandan independence and nationalism (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary economic legacy of colonialism in Rwanda?

    <p>Forced labor system and economic dependency on coffee crops (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic was commonly associated with the Tutsi ethnic group?

    <p>European features and better education (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which political group advocated against the Tutsi minority and promoted Hutu power?

    <p>Parmehutu (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main purpose of the Kangura magazine during the early 90s in Rwanda?

    <p>To disseminate Hutu power ideology and radical propaganda (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which extremist group is known for creating the dehumanizing rumor that referred to Tutsis as 'cockroaches'?

    <p>CDR (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key roles of the RTLM during the Rwandan genocide?

    <p>Incite violence and promote Hutu power ideology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect of the RTLM made it particularly effective in spreading its message?

    <p>Broadcasting during a time when many were illiterate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was the leader of the RPF during the conflict in the late 1980s?

    <p>Paul Kagame (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following groups was known to influence President Habyarimana and was identified as the elite in the Rwandan government?

    <p>Akazu (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did the RTLM broadcast act as a guide during the genocide?

    <p>By informing attackers about Tutsi locations (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes a source produced long after an event and utilizing various earlier sources?

    <p>Tertiary source (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Hutu Population Percentage

    Hutus make up 85% of Rwanda's population.

    Tutsi Population Percentage

    Tutsis account for 14% of Rwanda's population.

    Belgian Colonial Rule

    Belgian authorities favored Tutsi minority over Hutu majority (1916-1962).

    Rwandan Genocide Death Toll

    Estimates of 491,000 to 800,000 Tutsis and 10,000 Twa died in the genocide.

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    RPF

    Rwandan Patriotic Front, a rebel group formed by Tutsi refugees.

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    Assassination of Habyarimana

    The assassination occurred on April 6, 1994, triggering the genocide.

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    Paul Kagame

    Current leader of Rwanda and key figure during the genocide response.

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    Reasons for Imperialism

    Economic, social, military interests drove European powers to colonize Africa.

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    Tutsi

    An ethnic minority group in Rwanda, often favored by colonizers.

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    Hutu

    The majority ethnic group in Rwanda sharing language and culture.

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    Colonialism

    The practice of acquiring full control over another country.

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    Indoctrination

    The process of teaching a person or group to accept a set of beliefs.

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    Domino Effect

    A situation where one event causes a chain reaction of similar events.

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    Parmehutu

    Political group advocating for Hutu nationalism and power.

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    UNAR

    A political party advocating for Rwandan rights and nationalism.

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    Colonial Economic Legacy

    The economic impact of colonial rule including dependency on cash crops.

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    Primary Source

    A document or physical object created during the time under study.

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    Secondary Source

    A source made after the event by someone not present at the event.

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    Tertiary Source

    A source produced long after the event, synthesizing various primary and secondary sources.

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    Propaganda

    Information spread to promote a particular cause or viewpoint, often biased.

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    RTLM

    A radio station that incited hatred and violence against Tutsi during the Rwandan genocide.

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    Interahamwe

    A militia formed by Hutu extremists that led attacks during the Rwandan genocide.

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    Akazu

    An elite group within the MRND that influenced Rwandan politics and President Habyarimana.

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    Genocide

    Deliberate extermination of a racial or cultural group.

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    Positive effects of colonization

    Infrastructure was built, education improved, and new crops were introduced, boosting Rwanda's economy.

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    Negative effects of colonization

    Colonization led to the impoverishment of Hutus and exploitation under slavery.

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    Rwanda's independence

    Rwanda gained independence from Belgium in 1960, leading to conflict with the Tutsi.

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    The Berlin Conference

    A meeting in 1884 where European powers divided African territories without African input.

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    King Leopold II

    The Belgian king who initiated the exploitation of the Congo by establishing the International African Society.

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    Impact of the Civil War 1973-90

    The civil war led to further ethnic violence and economic struggle, especially for the Tutsi.

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    European colonization of Africa

    By 1910, 90% of Africa was colonized, leading to dependency on agriculture and tradition.

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    Consequences of political instability

    European colonization caused political unrest and contributed to events such as the Rwandan genocide.

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    Study Notes

    Rwanda and African Colonies (1990-1998)

    • Case Study 1: Rwanda (1990-1998)
      • Causes of Conflict:
        • Ethnic tensions between Hutus (85%) and Tutsis (14%)
        • Creation of the Hutu power movement and Interahamwe
        • Role of the media
        • Economic situation
        • Colonial legacy
        • Rwandan civil war (1990-1993)
        • Assassination of Habyarimana and Naryamira (1994)
      • Course and Interventions:
        • Actions of the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF)
        • Rwandan government actions
        • Nature of the genocide and other crimes against humanity (war rape)
        • Response of the international community (UNAMIR)
        • Inaction/role of France, Belgium, and the US
      • Impact:
        • Social impact (refugee crisis, justice, reconciliation)
        • International impact (International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda)
        • Political and economic impact (RPF-led governments, continued warfare in DRC)

    Introduction/Background

    • Pre-genocide ethnic tension
      • Longstanding tension between Hutu (85%)and Tutsi (14%) populations.
    • Colonial rule (1916-1962)
      • Intensified existing divisions, favoring the Tutsi minority.
    • Post-independence (1962)
      • Hutu-led government policies discriminated against Tutsis, including pogroms

    Brief Introduction Questions

    • Casualties: 491,000–800,000 Tutsis and 10,000 Twa.
    • Hutu Population Percentage: 85%.
    • Political Domination: Hutu élite (85%) and Tutsi (14%).
    • Overthrow of Monarchy: 1959.
    • Tutsi Refugee Groups (1980s): Initial only

    Timeline

    • 1990: Invasion of Rwanda
    • 1993: Peace Accord
    • April 1994: Assassination of Habyarimana
    • July 1994: RPF takes Kigali

    European Influence in Africa

    • Scramble for Africa (1880-1914): European powers' colonization of Africa's resources and people, often establishing colonial systems.

    Reasons for Imperialism

    • Economic: Access to resources (diamonds, cobalt, slaves) and growth of European economies.
    • Social: Spreading culture, religion, and racial ideologies ("White man's burden")
    • Military: Asserting national power through military presence and bases.
    • Individual Interests: Personal gain for some individuals and their beliefs

    Perspectives on Colonialism

    • Tutsi: Minority group, often richer and better educated, favored by some European colonizers.
    • Hutu: Majority group, experiencing discrimination and potentially poverty due to prior Tutsi favor.
    • Germany (19th Century): Brutal repression of opposition.
    • Belgium (19th Century): Promoted Tutsis in leadership, developed technology like ID cards to divide Tutsi and Hutu, considered to be "superior".

    Impact of Colonialism on Rwanda

    • Identity Cards: Implemented to separate Tutsi and Hutu, separating and classifying them.
    • Ethnic-Based Classification: Weakened local leaders.
    • Christianization: Spread of the religion
    • Western Education and Political Power: Increased education and political power for Tutsi populations

    UNAR (20th Century)

    • Advocated for Rwandan rights and perseverance.

    The Two Republics (1963-90)

    • Rwanda gained independence in 1960, leading to subsequent anti-Tutsi backlashes and violence.

    Berlin Conference (1884)

    • Meeting of European powers to divide and claim African territories, without African representation.

    Extremist Groups

    • Interahamwe: Created rumors.
    • CDR:
    • Parmehutu:
    • Impuzamugambi:
    • MRND: Rwanda's single legal party (1978-1991)

    Tools of Propaganda

    • Kangura Magazine: Early 1990s magazine that spread hate and propaganda.
    • RTLM: Radio station that spread hate and propaganda and incited violence against Tutsis.

    After the Genocide

    • Punishment of radio personalities involved in spreading genocide propaganda and violence

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    Explore the complex case study of Rwanda from 1990 to 1998, focusing on the ethnic tensions between Hutus and Tutsis that led to the genocide. This quiz covers the causes of the conflict, the actions taken by various parties, and the significant impacts of the events on both Rwandan society and the international community. Test your knowledge on this tumultuous period in African history.

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