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    To classify the Rwandan genocide as a genocide caused by ancient hatred of two tribes would be beyond incorrect. Hatred between the two tribes‚ the Tutsi and the Hutu‚ was present for even a century. Before Belgian colonization‚ both tribes in Rwanda lived in relative peace. There was no civil war‚ ethnic hatred‚ or genocide ever recorded before they were colonized. When the Belgians colonized Rwanda (1914-1962)‚ they created division immediately. They categorized the Rwandans into two groups - Hutu

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    The division of the world for colonization in 1494 by Pope Alexander VI. The finalization in 1506 of the Treaty of Tordesillas establishes a vertical North-South line granting territories to the west to Spain and to the east to Portugal. The line was at 46 degrees 30’ W‚ 370 leagues west of the Cape Verde Islands off the west coast of Africa. Some confusion over whether the line continues to the other side of the world‚ not to mention the impossibility of determining longitude at the time. The

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    Unit 1: Test Quick Review Below is a quick review guide for the upcoming unit test. This review guide is intended to provide an overview of general topics that may be on the test. However‚ all items below may not appear on your version of the test. At the same time‚ certain items on the test may not be directly mentioned the review guide. It is intended for review only‚ the class readings and materials also need to be consulted. Introduction to History PowerPoint: Be able to define Primary

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    can share the same effects of colonization and assimilation and both have the same outcome. How is this possible? There are many factors that could result to colonization‚ including greed‚ land/resources‚ control‚ assimilate‚ remove/kill identity‚ or to kill a culture. In this case‚ the two races that are affected by colonization are the Navajo tribe and the Bedouin people of Israel. The problems these two indigenous/native people face today are the result of colonization and I believe that if they

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    Intro:  The first European power to arrive in India was the army of Alexander the Great in 327-326 BC. The satraps he established in the northwest quickly crumbled after he left. Later‚ commercial trade was carried between Indian states and the Roman Empire by Greco-Roman sailors that reached India by sailing on the Red and Arabian Seas.  The Portuguese sailor‚ Vasco da Gama‚ was the first European to arrive in India solely by navigating the sea‚ at the end of the 15th century. Having arrived

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    Spanish and English colonization efforts were very different with the English’s methods being more successful and profitable. Spanish colonization of the Americas began in 1492 when Christopher Columbus found the Americas and mistook them for India. Spanish Conquistadors came with the goals of “God‚ Gold‚ and Glory” and came seeking gold and riches. The Spanish also came with instructions to convert the natives to Catholicism. They invested in short term ventures that while initially very profitable

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    European imperialism during 1450-1750‚ began as a plan to gain more riches for the European nations. The Europeans did this for three main reasons‚ which were for God‚ Gold‚ and Glory. The Europeans domination over Latin America‚ Africa and Asia were made out to be good for the native people of these lands. However‚ the Europeans were not there to help these geographic areas. They were there to spread their influence and gain riches for themselves and the European nations. The successes and failures

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    NAME LOW ZHI LUN STUDENT ID: J12010861 SECTION: A1 Expansionism was inevitable to serve various needs of the European powers. Answer the following questions: 1. What were the reasons/factors that triggered this interest? Spread Christianity Alternative route to the Asia market and also secure the route. Increase the food production‚ resources and also labor. Renaissance of the individualism 2.  What were the countries that involved themselves heavily in expansionism" Britain‚ Denmark‚ France

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    Miriam Hibbard APUSH Mr. Baker 9/19/13 Exploration and settlement in the new world helped England succeed in the age of colonization. The New England colonies‚ consisting of Massachusetts‚ New Hampshire‚ Connecticut‚ and Rhode Island were some of the most successful early colonies. Though they faced difficulties early on‚ they were able to overcome them even more quickly than that of the Virginia colonies. The colonies in the Caribbean were settled for different reasons than the New England

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    Job Title | Description | Skills Required (list at least five skills‚ three of which are specific skills in the field of criminal justice). | Why are the skills listed needed to succeed in the position? | Crime Scene Investigator | In charge of investigating crime scenes‚ collecting and analyzing evidence | * Detail * Patience * A Logical and Deductive Mind * Communication skills * A strong stomach | These skills are important to succeed in this position because if you lack these skills

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