Question

which piece of evidence best explains the target of the cambodian genocide?
a in 1975, the cambodian khmer rouge military government killed 1.7 million people.
b to understand why the cambodian genocide started and why no one stopped it, you must understand the american war with vietnam.
c many survivors joined the rebel group known as the khmer rouge, fighting against the u.s.-backed cambodian government.
d they quickly looked to eliminate anyone named an enemy of the revolution.

Explanation:

The question asks about the target of the Cambodian genocide. Option A just gives the number of victims, not the target. Option B relates to the cause in relation to the Vietnam - American war, not the target. Option C is about survivors joining the Khmer Rouge and fighting against a government, not the target of the genocide. Option D clearly states that the Khmer Rouge aimed to eliminate those labeled as enemies of the revolution, which best describes the target of the genocide.

Answer:

D. They quickly looked to eliminate anyone named an enemy of the revolution.