Conflict 05
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Which age/gender group is most likely to be targeted for killing?

  • Elderly
  • Young women
  • Young men (correct)
  • Young children

What is the main reason young women are targeted according to the text?

  • To empower them in society
  • For abduction purposes (correct)
  • To force them to convert their religion
  • To engage in marriage

What is the symbolic meaning behind violence against women, as mentioned in the text?

  • To intimidate the male population
  • To display physical strength
  • To affirm cultural and national identity (correct)
  • To challenge religious beliefs

What does the text suggest is the purpose of torture in cases of ethnic violence?

<p>As a means to prolong agony (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method is NOT mentioned as a means for targets of ethnic violence to achieve safety?

<p>Agreeing to leave (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main differentiator between ethnic violence and state-to-state violence?

<p>Ethnic violence is more concentrated in built-up areas, while state-to-state violence is not. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are armed individuals involved in ethnic violence according to the text?

<p>Armed individuals are likely both perpetrators and victims in ethnic violence. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two forms of physical violence mentioned in the text?

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

Why is non-physical (psychological) violence mentioned as troublesome to conceptualize in the text?

<p>Acts of repression often lead to non-physical (psychological) violence. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who could be potential targets of ethnic violence?

<p>Any individual belonging to the 'enemy group(s)' or suspected of doing so (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes attempted physical violence from fatal physical violence according to the text?

<p>Attempted physical violence involves intending to cause harm but not resulting in fatalities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of offensive ethnic violence aimed at 'ethnic cleansing'?

<p>To secure or sanctify a territory and its resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Type 4 of ethnic violence spread?

<p>Emerges sporadically with no clear pattern (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do minorities often play in violent ethnic conflicts?

<p>Serve as hostages for ethnic kin in other areas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What factor influences the spread/intensity of ethnic violence related to minority distribution?

<p>Pre-existing distribution of population (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of violence is characterized by being 'far more organized' and involving paramilitaries or communalized state forces?

<p>'Directed' violence (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Type 3 of ethnic violence differ from Type 1?

<p>'Directed' towards political goals instead of localized conflict (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some non-physical acts of oppression mentioned in the text performed by ethnic groups?

<p>Denying cultural heritage contributions and freedoms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the common outcome of minority groups living as local majorities in areas prone to ethnic violence?

<p>Serve as a protective barrier against surrounding aggression (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Type 2 of ethnic violence spread differ from Type 3?

<p>'Contagious' effect vs. 'Tit-for-tat' responses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of defensive ethnic violence according to the text?

<p>'Demonstrating consequences of continued aggression' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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