Gr 10 History Ch 5.1: Britain takes control of the Cape

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What was the main reason behind the Great Trek?

To establish missionary stations

To spread Christianity

To trade with global markets

To escape British control and establish their own communities (correct)

What was the purpose of Ordinance 50?

To ensure equality before the law and end forced labor practices (correct)

To establish mission stations

To facilitate trade between the interior and global markets

To impose English language and legal practices

What was the outcome of the Boer migrations?

The formation of independent Boer republics (correct)

The spread of Christianity

The establishment of British colonies

The expansion of trade with global markets

What role did missionaries play in South Africa?

They established mission stations that challenged traditional chiefdoms Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of British trade and development efforts?

The development of key ports into commercial hubs Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for the Dutch settlers' discontent?

The British policies, especially those related to slavery and cultural hegemony Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind Britain's initial takeover of the Cape in 1795?

To prevent the Cape from falling into French hands Signup and view all the answers

What led to the temporary restoration of Dutch rule in the Cape in 1802?

The Treaty of Amiens Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Britain's takeover on the Khoekhoe and San peoples?

They were forced into servitude or marginalized roles Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the transformation and displacement of indigenous communities?

The formation of new communities along the Orange River Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Cape's location for Britain?

It was a strategic resupply point for British ships Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of Britain's abolition of slavery on the labor patterns in the Cape?

It led to the transformation of the labor market Signup and view all the answers

Why did Britain reassert control over the Cape in 1806?

To respond to continued global tensions and strategic necessity Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary driver of Britain's expansionist policies by 1750?

The need for raw materials to fuel its factories Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the Dutch settlers' resistance to British policies at the Cape?

To protect their agricultural operations which relied heavily on slave labor Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the establishment of independent Boer republics in the interior?

They were recognized by Britain after a period of conflict Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the ports developed by the British in South Africa?

They facilitated trade between the interior and global markets Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the missionaries on traditional chiefdoms in South Africa?

They often challenged traditional chiefdoms by establishing alternative authority Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary driving force behind the British expansion into the interior of South Africa?

The lure of mineral resources and economic opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

It represented a gradual shift towards improved rights for non-European populations Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary driver of Britain's expansionist policies in the 18th century?

To secure raw materials for its factories Signup and view all the answers

What led to the decline of the Khoekhoe and San peoples?

Diseases, conflicts, and encroachments on their land Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Treaty of Amiens in 1802?

It temporarily restored Dutch rule in the Cape Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of Britain's abolition of slavery in 1834?

The gradual transformation of the labor patterns in the Cape Signup and view all the answers

Why was the Cape's location crucial for Britain?

It was a strategic resupply point for British ships Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the transformation and displacement of indigenous communities?

They formed new groups and moved away from the Cape Signup and view all the answers

What led to Britain's reassertion of control over the Cape in 1806?

The resumption of hostilities with France Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Britain's emergence as the leading industrial nation by 1750?

It necessitated the expansion of British trade and commerce Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary consequence of the Great Trek in the context of British rule in South Africa?

The establishment of independent Boer republics was recognized by Britain. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the British development of key ports in South Africa?

To facilitate trade between the interior and global markets. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of missionaries on traditional chiefdoms in South Africa?

They established alternative centers of education and authority. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason behind the Dutch settlers' resistance to British policies at the Cape?

They were opposed to the imposition of the English language and legal practices. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

It marked a significant shift towards improved rights for non-European populations. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary outcome of the Boer migrations into the interior of South Africa?

The establishment of independent Boer republics. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind Britain's expansionist policies by the mid-18th century?

To secure raw materials for its factories Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Cape's location for Britain?

As a strategic resupply point for British ships Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of British takeover on the Khoekhoe and San peoples?

They suffered significant declines due to diseases and conflicts Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of Britain's abolition of slavery in 1834?

A significant transformation in labor patterns Signup and view all the answers

Why did Britain reassert control over the Cape in 1806?

To respond to global tensions and secure key maritime routes Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason for the British fostering the development of key ports in South Africa?

To facilitate trade between the interior and global markets Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Boer migrations on the British rule in South Africa?

The British recognized the independent Boer republics Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of missionaries in South Africa, apart from spreading Christianity?

They acted as agents of colonial interests and established alternative authority Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the Dutch settlers' migration into the interior of South Africa?

To escape British control and establish their own communities Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

It ended forced labor practices among black servants and ensured equality before the law Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the British development of key ports in South Africa?

To facilitate trade between the interior and global markets Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Great Trek in the context of British rule in South Africa?

It resulted in the establishment of independent Boer republics Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of missionaries in South Africa, apart from spreading Christianity?

They acted as agents of colonial interests Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary consequence of the Boer migrations into the interior of South Africa?

The formation of independent Boer republics Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

It ensured equality before the law and ended forced labor practices Signup and view all the answers

Gr 10 History Ch 5.1: Britain takes control of the Cape

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What was the main reason behind the Great Trek?

What was the purpose of Ordinance 50?

What was the outcome of the Boer migrations?

What role did missionaries play in South Africa?

What was the result of British trade and development efforts?

What was the reason for the Dutch settlers' discontent?

What was the primary motivation behind Britain's initial takeover of the Cape in 1795?

What led to the temporary restoration of Dutch rule in the Cape in 1802?

What was the impact of Britain's takeover on the Khoekhoe and San peoples?

What was the result of the transformation and displacement of indigenous communities?

What was the significance of the Cape's location for Britain?

What was the impact of Britain's abolition of slavery on the labor patterns in the Cape?

Why did Britain reassert control over the Cape in 1806?

What was the primary driver of Britain's expansionist policies by 1750?

What was the primary motivation behind the Dutch settlers' resistance to British policies at the Cape?

What was the outcome of the establishment of independent Boer republics in the interior?

What was the significance of the ports developed by the British in South Africa?

What was the impact of the missionaries on traditional chiefdoms in South Africa?

What was the primary driving force behind the British expansion into the interior of South Africa?

What was the significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

What was the primary driver of Britain's expansionist policies in the 18th century?

What led to the decline of the Khoekhoe and San peoples?

What was the significance of the Treaty of Amiens in 1802?

What was the consequence of Britain's abolition of slavery in 1834?

Why was the Cape's location crucial for Britain?

What was the outcome of the transformation and displacement of indigenous communities?

What led to Britain's reassertion of control over the Cape in 1806?

What was the significance of Britain's emergence as the leading industrial nation by 1750?

What was the primary consequence of the Great Trek in the context of British rule in South Africa?

What was the primary motivation behind the British development of key ports in South Africa?

What was the impact of missionaries on traditional chiefdoms in South Africa?

What was the primary reason behind the Dutch settlers' resistance to British policies at the Cape?

What was the primary significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

What was the primary outcome of the Boer migrations into the interior of South Africa?

What was the primary motivation behind Britain's expansionist policies by the mid-18th century?

What was the significance of the Cape's location for Britain?

What was the impact of British takeover on the Khoekhoe and San peoples?

What was the consequence of Britain's abolition of slavery in 1834?

Why did Britain reassert control over the Cape in 1806?

What was the main reason for the British fostering the development of key ports in South Africa?

What was the impact of the Boer migrations on the British rule in South Africa?

What was the role of missionaries in South Africa, apart from spreading Christianity?

What was the primary motivation behind the Dutch settlers' migration into the interior of South Africa?

What was the significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

What was the primary motivation behind the British development of key ports in South Africa?

What was the significance of the Great Trek in the context of British rule in South Africa?

What was the role of missionaries in South Africa, apart from spreading Christianity?

What was the primary consequence of the Boer migrations into the interior of South Africa?

What was the significance of Ordinance 50 in the context of British rule in South Africa?

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