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QuizMultiple Choice

Natural Resources and Economies of Africa

Question 10 • Rulewicz 7 Geography Q2/Q3/Q4 (2025-2026)

The term “blood diamonds” is a nickname for __________.

Answer
A
rubies and other red gemstones
B
diamonds used to fund civil war
C
diamonds used to fund the construction of hospitals
D
gemstones used to buy freedom from slavery

Explanation

“Blood diamonds” are diamonds mined and sold to finance armed conflict, especially civil wars. Therefore, the best answer is diamonds used to fund civil war. They are not named for their color or for funding hospitals.

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