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    True or False: Romani people were victims of Nazi genocide.

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Explore the origins, demographics, and cultural practices of the Romani people in this educational quiz.

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  • 2. 

    Is the term "Gypsy" considered politically correct?

    • Yes

    • No

    Correct Answer
    A. No
    Explanation
    The word "Gypsy" is commonly used as a reference to lifestyle or fashion and should not be used in reference of the Romani ethnicity.

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  • 3. 

    Where did the Romani people originate?

    • Italy

    • Spain

    • India

    • Romania

    • Africa

    Correct Answer
    A. India
    Explanation
    Linguistic and genetic evidence indicates the Romani originated from the Indian subcontinent, emigrating from India towards the northwest no earlier than the 11th century. The emigration from India likely took place in the context of raids by Mahmud of Ghazni. Romani soldiers were defeated and moved west with their families.

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  • 4. 

    Which legislation has been placed on Romani in the past?

    • Ban on immigration

    • Forced strerilization

    • Ban on language and music

    • Enslavement

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    Throughout history, since the arrival of Romani in Europe, all of the above legislations have been passed against them.

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  • 5. 

    Approximately how many Romani people were killed in the Holocaust?

    • None

    • 100,000

    • 200,000

    • 500,000

    Correct Answer
    A. 500,000
    Explanation
    The total number of victims has been estimated to be 500,000 to as much as 1.5 million.

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  • 6. 

    Where did the first written evidence of Romani people in Europe occur?

    • Finland

    • Romania

    • England

    • Greece

    Correct Answer
    A. Greece
    Explanation
    In 1054, foreigners called “Atsiganoi" were aided then called upon to rid forests of the wild animals which were killing the Emperor’s (Constatine IX) lifestock, but, when his favorite hound died, they were accused of poisoning it.

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  • 7. 

    Romani social behaviors are strictly regulated by what religious influence?

    • Hinduism

    • Christianity

    • Islam

    • Catholicism

    Correct Answer
    A. Hinduism
    Explanation
    Romani social behavior is strictly regulated by Hindu purity laws, still respected by most Roma.

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  • 8. 

    How many Romani people live throughout the world?

    • 1 million

    • 5 million

    • 10 million

    • 15 million

    Correct Answer
    A. 15 million
    Explanation
    There is no official or reliable count of the Romani populations worldwide. Many Roma for a variety of reasons choose not to register their ethnic identity in official censuses. Roma organizations have provided a high estimation of over 15 million.

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  • 9. 

    How many branches of Romani people are there?

    • 3

    • 5

    • 8

    • 12

    Correct Answer
    A. 8
    Explanation
    The Romani people recognize divisions among themselves based in part on territorial, cultural and dialectal differences and self-designation.
    The main branches are:
    1. Roma, in Eastern and Central Europe
    2. Iberian Kale, mostly in Spain, but also in Portugal, Southern France and Latin America;
    3. Finnish Kale, in Finland and Sweden
    4. Welsh Kale, in Wales
    5. Romanichal, in the United Kingdom, emigrated also to the United States and Australia;
    6. Sinti, in German-speaking areas of Central Europe and some neighboring countries
    7. Manush, in French-speaking areas of Central Europe
    8. Romanisæl, in Sweden and Norway

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  • 10. 

    How many Roma people live in Ukraine?

    • 60,000

    • 130,000

    • 280,000

    • 400,000

    Correct Answer
    A. 400,000
    Explanation
    A 2006 report by The Initiative Group (Kyiv, Ukraine), "Roma in Ukraine", estimates more than 400,000 Roma living in Ukraine. However, Ukrainian census shows only 47,600 - the same as in 1990 - 2005.

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