- 1. The history of Rwanda is characterized by a complex mix of indigenous, colonial, and post-colonial influences. Pre-colonial Rwanda was traditionally organized into a decentralized monarchy with a strong central authority. The colonial period saw Rwanda come under German and later Belgian rule, leading to the imposition of divisive policies that exacerbated ethnic tensions between the Hutu and Tutsi communities. This culminated in the tragic 1994 genocide, where an estimated 800,000 Rwandans, mostly Tutsis, were brutally killed in a period of just 100 days. Since then, Rwanda has focused on reconciliation, reconstruction, and development, experiencing remarkable progress in various sectors such as economy, education, and healthcare. Today, Rwanda is known for its efforts towards unity and nation-building, as well as its commitment to sustainable development and social cohesion.
What was the name of the ethnic group that made up the majority of the population in Rwanda before colonization?
A) Hutu
B) Belgians
C) Twa
D) Tutsi
- 2. The Rwandan Genocide occurred in which year?
A) 1967
B) 1994
C) 2000
D) 1983
- 3. What was the estimated number of people killed during the Rwandan Genocide?
A) 800,000
B) 300,000
C) 1 million
D) 500,000
- 4. What was the radio station that played a significant role in inciting violence during the genocide?
A) Radio Télévision Libre des Mille Collines (RTLM)
B) Al Jazeera
C) BBC
D) CNN
- 5. Which international tribunal was established to prosecute those responsible for the Rwandan Genocide?
A) International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR)
B) United Nations Security Council
C) Rwanda Supreme Court
D) International Court of Justice
- 6. Who became the President of Rwanda after the genocide?
A) Paul Kagame
B) Aloys Simba
C) Théodore Sindikubwabo
D) Juvenal Habyarimana
- 7. In what year did Rwanda gain independence from Belgium?
A) 1975
B) 1962
C) 1988
D) 1950
- 8. What is the capital city of Rwanda?
A) Lusaka
B) Nairobi
C) Kampala
D) Kigali
- 9. Which agreement sought to end the violence in Rwanda by forming a power-sharing government?
A) Geneva Convention
B) Versailles Treaty
C) Camp David Accords
D) Arusha Accords
- 10. Who was the United Nations peacekeeper commander in Rwanda during the genocide?
A) Dag Hammarskjöld
B) Roméo Dallaire
C) Ban Ki-moon
D) Kofi Annan
- 11. Which neighboring country supported the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) rebels that eventually ended the genocide?
A) Democratic Republic of the Congo
B) Burundi
C) Tanzania
D) Uganda
- 12. What is the major language spoken in Rwanda?
A) French
B) Swahili
C) English
D) Kinyarwanda
- 13. Who was the first democratically elected President of Rwanda?
A) Agathe Uwilingiyimana
B) Pasteur Bizimungu
C) Juvenal Habyarimana
D) Paul Kagame
- 14. Which colonial power favored the Tutsis over the Hutus, exacerbating ethnic tensions in Rwanda?
A) Germany
B) France
C) Britain
D) Belgium
- 15. What is the name of the commemoration period in Rwanda to honor the victims of the genocide?
A) Ubukwe
B) Gacaca
C) Kwibuka
D) Imivugo
- 16. Who was the Prime Minister of Rwanda from 1992 to 1993 and was killed at the onset of the genocide?
A) Théodore Sindikubwabo
B) Pasteur Bizimungu
C) Paul Kagame
D) Agathe Uwilingiyimana
- 17. Which city in Rwanda is known for its annual traditional dance festival?
A) Kigali
B) Butare
C) Nyamata
D) Gisenyi
- 18. What is the traditional Rwandan dance characterized by rapid, synchronized movements called?
A) Umureengo
B) Intore
C) Imishanga
D) IsiRwu
- 19. What is the meaning of the Rwandan phrase 'Muraho'?
A) Hello
B) Yes
C) Goodbye
D) Thank You
- 20. What is Umuganda in Rwanda?
A) Religious Ceremony
B) Landmark
C) Traditional Dance
D) Community Service
- 21. What is the name of Rwanda's highest mountain?
A) Mount Gahinga
B) Mount Karisimbi
C) Mount Muhabura
D) Mount Sabyinyo
- 22. Which region of Africa is Rwanda located in?
A) West Africa
B) East Africa
C) Southern Africa
D) Central Africa
- 23. What resource played a role in fueling conflict in the Great Lakes region, including Rwanda?
A) Oil
B) Diamonds
C) Gold
D) Coltan
- 24. Which Rwandan national park is home to the endangered mountain gorillas?
A) Volcanoes National Park
B) Gishwati-Mukura National Park
C) Nyungwe Forest National Park
D) Akagera National Park
- 25. What was the name of the tribe that served as the traditional healers and hunters in Rwandan society?
A) Baganda
B) Tutsi
C) Hutu
D) Twa
- 26. What international organization failed to prevent or effectively intervene during the Rwandan genocide?
A) United Nations
B) NATO
C) African Union
D) European Union
- 27. Which country hosted peace talks that led to the signing of the Arusha Accords?
A) Uganda
B) Tanzania
C) Kenya
D) Burundi
- 28. What is the currency of Rwanda?
A) Rwandan Peso
B) Rwandan Franc
C) Rwandan Euro
D) Rwandan Dollar
- 29. Which Rwandan political party led the country during the colonial period and advocated for Hutu empowerment?
A) MDR-Power
B) Parmehutu
C) MRND
D) RPF
- 30. In what year did Rwanda officially join the East African Community?
A) 1994
B) 2010
C) 2007
D) 2000
- 31. In what year was the Arusha Accords signed between the Rwandan government and Tutsi rebels?
A) 1999
B) 1996
C) 1990
D) 1993
- 32. What is the name of the Rwandan national soccer team?
A) Super Eagles
B) Black Stars
C) Amavubi
D) Simbas
- 33. Which UN mission failed to prevent the 1994 genocide in Rwanda?
A) UNHCR
B) UNAMIR
C) UNDP
D) UNICEF
- 34. Which genocide suspect was the first to be convicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda?
A) Pauline Nyiramasuhuko
B) Elizaphan Ntakirutimana
C) Jean-Paul Akayesu
D) Ferdinand Nahimana
- 35. Which lake forms part of Rwanda's western border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
A) Lake Victoria
B) Lake Kivu
C) Lake Malawi
D) Lake Tanganyika
- 36. What was the language of instruction in Rwandan schools during Belgian colonial rule?
A) French
B) German
C) Dutch
D) English
- 37. Which country played a significant role in the peacekeeping efforts in Rwanda during the genocide?
A) Russia
B) France
C) United States
D) China
- 38. Who served as the United Nations Secretary-General during the Rwandan genocide?
A) Boutros Boutros-Ghali
B) Dag Hammarskjöld
C) Kofi Annan
D) Ban Ki-moon
- 39. Which European country colonized Rwanda in the late 19th century?
A) Germany
B) France
C) Portugal
D) Belgium
- 40. Who was the first President of Rwanda following the end of the monarchy?
A) Pasteur Bizimungu
B) Grégoire Kayibanda
C) Paul Kagame
D) Agathe Uwilingiyimana
- 41. What is the traditional Rwandan beer made from bananas called?
A) Ikigage
B) Urwagwa
C) Icyapa
D) Umubisi
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