War in Sudan Article Pt. I

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What was the primary goal of the SPLA when it was formed?

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To create a government that treated the south fairly and gave them more control.

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What impact do cultural and regional differences have on Sudan’s ability to maintain peace?

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Regional differences have created constant obstacles to peace and stability.

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Fill in the blank: The government was mainly controlled by people from the ____ part of the country.

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Northern.

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What was one consequence of the conflict between the SPLA and the northern government?

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Displacement of four million people.

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What are the main causes of conflict in Sudan?

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Different regions in the country disagree with each other over important issues like religion, resources, and who is in power.

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Define SPLA.

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Sudan People's Liberation Army, a group formed to fight for the rights of the southern Sudanese.

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What role did colonial history play in Sudan's conflicts?

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Conflicts are influenced by disagreements over Sudan's history as a British colony.

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What is the significance of oil revenues in Sudan's conflicts?

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Disputes over oil revenues have been a major source of tension between regions.

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How did the northern government’s control affect the southern region?

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It led to feelings of marginalization and demands for greater autonomy.

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What is the relationship between religion and conflict in Sudan?

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Religious differences have contributed to tensions and disagreements between regions.