Genocide and Historical Atrocities

The video explores the concept of genocide, its definitions, and debates surrounding its classification. It examines historical events like the transatlantic slave trade, Native American history, and the Holocaust, questioning whether they fit the definition of genocide. The UN Convention's role in preventing genocide is discussed, along with the importance of recognizing patterns of perpetrators, bystanders, and victims. The video concludes with a call to action for viewers to become upstanders and learn from history to prevent future atrocities.

What is the primary difference between ethnic cleansing and genocide?

• Ethnic cleansing is a peaceful relocation.

• Genocide is only about physical harm.

• Genocide aims to destroy a group in whole or in part.

• Ethnic cleansing involves cultural assimilation.

How does the UN Convention define genocide?

• As any act of war.

• As acts intended to destroy a group in whole or in part.

• As any form of discrimination.

• As a political disagreement.

What was a significant factor in the decline of Native American populations post-European contact?

• Diseases introduced by Europeans.

• Economic collapse.

• Natural disasters.

• Voluntary migration.

What was the main cause of death during the transatlantic slave trade's Middle Passage?

• War.

• Disease and harsh conditions.

• Intentional genocide.

• Natural disasters.

What percentage of the Herero population was killed by the Germans?

• 10%

• 80%

• 30%

• 50%

What was a key argument against classifying the Ukrainian famine as genocide?

• It was a result of war.

• It was an unintended consequence of policy.

• It was a voluntary famine.

• It was a result of natural causes.

Why is the Holocaust considered a clear example of genocide?

• It was a natural disaster.

• It was a result of economic policy.

• It involved the systematic extermination of a group.

• It was a political disagreement.

What was a significant factor in the Japanese actions during the Nanking Massacre?

• Economic gain.

• Military strategy.

• Cultural exchange.

• Religious conversion.

What was the international response to the Rwandan genocide?

• Delayed and limited response.

• Immediate intervention.

• Complete ignorance.

• Full military support.

What was Pol Pot's justification for the actions during the Cambodian genocide?

• Removal of the 'rotten' elements.

• Cultural preservation.

• Religious conversion.

• Economic reform.