52 Questions
What marked a shift towards a more dynamic approach in the ANC in the 1940s?
AB Xuma's leadership
What was established in 1944?
The ANC Youth League (ANCYL)
What was a characteristic of protests during the 1940s?
They were more frequent and confrontational
What was the significance of the 1952 Defiance Campaign?
It was the first major non-violent resistance campaign organized by the ANC
What was a goal of participants in the Defiance Campaign?
To provoke arrest and draw international attention
What was a long-term outcome of the early anti-apartheid activities?
The eventual dismantling of apartheid
What was the primary approach of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC) in the early 20th century?
Persuasion through delegations and petitions
Who developed and implemented the satyagraha campaign of non-violent resistance in South Africa?
Mahatma Gandhi
What was the outcome of Mahatma Gandhi's satyagraha campaign?
The founding of the Natal Indian Congress
What was the primary goal of the All African Convention (AAC) in 1935?
To discuss strategies for collective action against discriminatory policies
What was the approach of the Workers' Party of South Africa in the 1930s?
Non-collaboration and boycotts
What was the result of Mahatma Gandhi's stay in South Africa from 1893 to 1914?
The development of the satyagraha campaign
What was the main focus of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC) initially?
Sending deputations to the British government
What was the outcome of the 1913 Land Act?
Decreased land ownership for African South Africans
What was the primary purpose of the satyagraha campaign of non-violent resistance?
To defy unjust laws and promote equality
What was the main objective of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC)?
To send deputations to the British government
What was the significance of the All African Convention (AAC) in 1935?
It was an attempt to unify African resistance against discriminatory policies
What was the approach of the Workers' Party of South Africa in the 1930s?
To call for democratic reforms and emphasize non-collaboration
What was the outcome of Mahatma Gandhi's stay in South Africa from 1893 to 1914?
He laid the groundwork for non-violent resistance
What was the primary goal of the Indian community during Mahatma Gandhi's satyagraha campaign?
To defy unjust laws and promote equality
What characterized the early forms of resistance in South Africa before 1960?
Non-violent actions and persuasive tactics
What was the significance of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC) in the early 20th century?
It was a precursor to the African National Congress (ANC)
What was a key factor that contributed to the revitalization of the ANC's strategy against apartheid in the 1940s?
The establishment of the ANC Youth League
What was a characteristic of the protests that took place during the 1940s?
They became more frequent and confrontational
What was the primary goal of the Defiance Campaign launched in 1952?
To provoke arrest and draw international attention
What was a significant outcome of the Defiance Campaign?
The significant raise of the ANC's political profile
What was the broader impact of the early anti-apartheid activities?
They contributed to the eventual dismantling of apartheid
What was the significance of the early anti-apartheid activities in the 1940s and 1950s?
They laid the groundwork for future resistance to apartheid
What was a key factor in revitalizing the ANC's strategy against apartheid in the 1940s?
The formation of the African National Congress Youth League
What was the primary goal of the protests during the 1940s?
To draw international attention to the cause
What was the significance of the Defiance Campaign launched in 1952?
It was the first major non-violent resistance campaign organized by the ANC
What was a broader impact of the early anti-apartheid activities?
They significantly raised the political profile of the ANC
What characterized the early forms of resistance in South Africa before 1960?
Were more frequent and confrontational
What was the outcome of the early anti-apartheid activities?
They laid the groundwork for future national and international resistance to apartheid
What was the primary approach used by the Indian community during Mahatma Gandhi's satyagraha campaign?
Passive resistance through non-violent protests
Which of the following was a key factor in the development of the SANNC's strategy?
The influence of Mahatma Gandhi's satyagraha campaign
What was the primary goal of the All African Convention (AAC) in 1935?
To unify African resistance against discriminatory policies
What was the outcome of the 1913 Land Act?
It escalated injustices under colonial and Union of South Africa governments
What was the significance of Mahatma Gandhi's stay in South Africa from 1893 to 1914?
It laid the groundwork for non-violent resistance and influenced future resistance movements
What was the primary approach of the Workers' Party of South Africa in the 1930s?
Democratic reforms through boycotts and non-cooperation
What was the broader impact of the early anti-apartheid activities?
It laid the groundwork for future resistance movements and influenced the development of the ANC's strategy
What characterized the early forms of resistance in South Africa before 1960?
Non-violent resistance and persuasion through delegations
What was the primary focus of Mahatma Gandhi's satyagraha campaign in South Africa?
Defying unjust laws through non-violent resistance
What was the significance of the South African Native National Congress (SANNC)?
It was a group that focused on diplomatic efforts and peaceful protests
What was the primary goal of the All African Convention (AAC) in 1935?
To unify African resistance against discriminatory policies
What characterized the early forms of resistance in South Africa before 1960?
Non-violent actions and persuasive tactics
What was the outcome of the 1913 Land Act?
It escalated injustices under colonial and subsequent Union of South Africa governments
What was the primary goal of the ANC Youth League (ANCYL) established in 1944?
To advocate for more radical measures
What was a characteristic of the protests that took place during the 1940s?
They were more frequent and confrontational
What was the significance of the Defiance Campaign launched in 1952?
It significantly raised the political profile of the ANC
What was the outcome of the early anti-apartheid activities?
They laid the groundwork for future national and international resistance to apartheid
What was the broader impact of the early anti-apartheid activities?
They contributed to the eventual dismantling of apartheid
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