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Modern Issues in Africa: Heritage of Colonialism

Question 1 • Rulewicz 7 Geography Q2/Q3/Q4 (2025-2026)

Which actions by the Belgian government contributed to the ethnic tension in Rwanda?

Answer
A
They supported a revolt by black Africans over Arab Muslims.
B
They encouraged white supremacy over black Africans under the system of apartheid.
C
They promoted a Hutu minority over a Tutsi majority and encouraged Tutsi genocide of the Hutu.
D
They promoted a Tutsi minority over a Hutu majority and encouraged Hutu genocide of the Tutsi.

Explanation

Belgian colonial authorities favored the Tutsi minority over the Hutu majority, deepening divisions between the groups. Later, Hutu extremists carried out the genocide of Tutsi people, but it is inaccurate to say the Belgians encouraged that genocide. Choice D is the best match because it correctly identifies which group the Belgians favored and who was targeted in the genocide.

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