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World History Since 1945 Unit Test In 3-5 sentences, summarize why governments initiate mass killings and genocide. (4 points) B Short Answer Rubric (4 points) Points

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Governments initiate mass killings and genocide primarily to consolidate power, eliminate perceived threats, and enforce ideological purity. These actions often arise from extreme nationalist or racist ideologies that scapegoat certain groups. Fear of losing control, desire for ethnic or religious homogeneity, and the exploitation of historical grievances can drive leaders to use state power for systematic violence. The process typically involves dehumanizing the target group, manipulating public opinion, and using propaganda to justify the atrocities.

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Governments initiate mass killings and genocide for several complex reasons rooted in power, ideology, and fear. These atrocities often stem from extreme nationalism, ethnic or religious hatred, or the desire to eliminate perceived threats to the ruling regime. Historical examples like the Holocaust, Rwanda genocide, and Cambodian killing fields demonstrate how governments can manipulate public opinion, dehumanize target groups, and use state machinery to carry out systematic violence.

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