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Why are ecozones useful

Ecozones are useful because it allows people to bring together all the different environental and human factors in each unique region in Canada.

What led to the Rwandan genocide

The two major ethnic groups in Rwanda (Hutu and Tutsi) had a history of competition and conflicting territorial claims. A civil war with the Hutu-dominated government was fought from 1990 to 1993 by a Tutsi rebel force (RPF) based in Uganda, and continued despite a cease-fire agreement.

After a similar civil war broke out in neighboring Burundi, the Hutu presidents of both Burundi and Rwanda were assassinated in April, 1994. This triggered a Hutu-led massacre of hundreds of thousands of Rwandans, both Tutsi and moderate Hutus. This was only ended after the takeover of Rwanda by the Tutsi (RPF) military government.

How are the five large nations of Oceania different from the smaller islands

The small nations are less active in global trade or The small nations have much poorer economies. The large nations have more developed economies.

What causes the frequent migration of animals in Africa

Changes to natural resources

Flooding and drought cycles

Water sources changing locations frequently

Which is a major problem with Africa's economy

Africa cannot attract foreign investments

It is hard for Africa to make a profit on the goods that it exports.

World-market price fluctuations make the economy unstable.

Why is there such wide ethnic diversity within African nations

The colonization of Africa created artificial political boundaries based on exploitation of the resources. This conflicted with the tribal boundaries and created ethnic tension within the colonies.

What is an effective way for a society to deal with diversity
  • Following the rule of law
  • Accepting the legitimacy of the laws that are in place
  • Protecting minority rights
Why do Sierra Leone and Tanzania have different economies

They have differrent natural resources

How did isolation affect culture in Oceania

Aborigines speak a language unrelated to any outside Australia.

Languages in Tasmania are unrelated to those off the island.

Aboriginal cultures have no influences outside Australia.

How is the history of colonialism in Africa related to the currently failed states of Africa

Colonialism created artificial countries with major ethnic divisions and unstable political systems. Many countries have had histories of secessions, revolts, and coups due to tribal and ethnic conflicts.

How does the IMF affect Africa

It pushes for open trade. It loans money to poor countries. It encourages free trade.

It promotes privately owned property.

Who accurately describes apartheid

it ended due to international perssure

Which are often grouped culturally with southeast Asia

The Philippines

Indonesia

Malaysia

Which best describes antarctica

It is a scientific preserve.

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