The 1994 Genocide in Rwanda Can Be Best Understood as __________

question 12

Multiple Choice

The 1994 genocide in Rwanda can be best understood as __________.

• A) a longstanding and traditional rivalry between two ethnic groups
• B) an invasion by Burundi designed to unify both portions of the former Belgian colony
• C) a conflict over limited food resources during a period of drought induced stress
• D) an internal struggle for political power between two post-colonial groups

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Definitions:

Stressful Event

A situation or occurrence that significantly strains an individual's coping mechanisms or emotional resources.

Stress and Illness

The relationship between stress and its effects on physical health, often emphasizing how chronic stress can lead to various illnesses.

Lymphocyte Functioning

The activity and role of lymphocytes, a type of white blood cell, in the immune system to fight infection and disease.

Bereaved People

Individuals experiencing grief and mourning following the death of a loved one, often undergoing a complex process of emotional adjustment.