Defining Human Qualities

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What position was Thabo Mbeki sworn into during his inauguration?

First Deputy President

What did Thabo Mbeki pledge to do in his inauguration speech?

Uphold the Constitution and devote himself to the well-being of the Republic

What past issue did Thabo Mbeki acknowledge about South Africa?

Being a nation of outlaws due to apartheid policies

Which countries had previously broken off diplomatic relations with South Africa?

Countries due to South Africa's apartheid policies Signup and view all the answers

What did Thabo Mbeki say about the work that still needs to be done in South Africa?

Liberating people from poverty, deprivation, suffering, and discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'A rainbow gathering of different colours and nations'?

A beautiful coming together of various peoples, like the colours in a rainbow Signup and view all the answers

What did Thabo Mbeki express hope for in his inauguration speech?

That South Africa would become a society all humanity would be proud of Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Resilience that defies the imagination' signify?

A great ability (almost unchanged by suffering) for goodness or courage Signup and view all the answers

To what does 'The seat of white supremacy' refer?

The center of racial superiority Signup and view all the answers

What does 'A glimmer of humanity' mean?

A sign of human feeling (goodness, kindness, pity, justice, etc.) Signup and view all the answers

What is described by 'A twilight existence'?

A half secret life, like a life lived in the fading light between sunset and darkness Signup and view all the answers

What did Mandela refer to when talking about an 'extraordinary human disaster'?

Apartheid Signup and view all the answers

What symbols were used during the inauguration ceremony to represent unity?

Both the new South African anthem and the old anthem 'Die Stem' Signup and view all the answers

What major event was the inauguration ceremony marking the end of?

The system of apartheid Signup and view all the answers

What vision did Mandela outline for the future of South Africa?

Democracy and unity Signup and view all the answers

What historical conflict was mentioned as leading to a system of racial domination in South Africa?

The Anglo-Boer War Signup and view all the answers

What did the military display during the inauguration ceremony symbolize?

The military's loyalty to the new democratic government Signup and view all the answers

Which policy created a deep and lasting wound in South Africa?

Apartheid Signup and view all the answers

Which leader is NOT mentioned as part of overcoming apartheid?

Desmond Tutu Signup and view all the answers

What did Oliver Tambo, Walter Sisulu, Chief Luthuli, and others teach South Africa?

The meaning of courage Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'sacrifices of thousands of people' refer to?

Suffering and fighting for a better tomorrow Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of courage according to the content?

Developed through hardship Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, which statements about obligations are correct?

Every man has obligations to his family and community. Signup and view all the answers

What are the greatest wealth of the country according to the author?

Its people Signup and view all the answers

How does the author define courage?

The triumph over fear Signup and view all the answers

According to the author, what can people learn and be taught?

To hate and to love Signup and view all the answers

What did the author find reassuring during grim times in prison?

Seeing a glimmer of humanity in guards Signup and view all the answers

What is man's goodness compared to?

A hidden flame Signup and view all the answers

Which natural feeling does the author believe comes more naturally to the human heart?

Love Signup and view all the answers

Who or what taught the author the meaning of courage?

His comrades in the struggle Signup and view all the answers

What was the relationship between oppression and character according to the author?

Oppression can lead to great heights of character Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary desire that transformed the author into a bold man?

Desire for freedom of his people Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply about freedom being indivisible?

Freedom for one means freedom for all Signup and view all the answers

What must happen to the oppressor according to the author?

They must be liberated Signup and view all the answers

What did the author struggle with despite his transformation?

Enjoying personal freedom while knowing others weren't free Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe a man who takes away another man's freedom?

A prisoner of hatred Signup and view all the answers

What does the author believe happens to both the oppressor and the oppressed?

They are robbed of their humanity Signup and view all the answers

What did the author find impossible in South Africa?

Fulfilling both his family and people's obligations Signup and view all the answers

What illusion did the author realize during his childhood?

He had complete freedom Signup and view all the answers

What were the initial freedoms the author yearned for as a student?

Freedom to stay out at night and read what he pleased Signup and view all the answers

Why did the author join the African National Congress?

To fight for his own freedom Signup and view all the answers

How does the author describe freedom?

As indivisible and connected for all people Signup and view all the answers

What personal role did the author try to balance with his public duty?

A family member Signup and view all the answers

What did the author see as proof of incomplete freedom?

The captivity of others Signup and view all the answers

What profession did the author choose to help fight against injustice?

Attorney Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Thabo Mbeki's Inauguration as Deputy President

Thabo Mbeki was sworn in as the first deputy president of South Africa.
He pledged to obey and uphold the Constitution and devote himself to the well-being of the Republic and its people.
He acknowledged South Africa's history of apartheid, which led to international isolation and oppression.

Mandela's Inauguration Speech

Mandela mentioned an "extraordinary human disaster" and a "glorious...human achievement" in his speech.
He thanked international leaders for their support and outlined his vision for a democratic and united South Africa.
The inauguration ceremony included a display of military might, symbolizing the military's loyalty to the new government.
The ceremony also featured the playing of both the new South African anthem and the old anthem, "Die Stem", symbolizing unity between black and white South Africans.

Courage, Wisdom, and Generosity

Courage, wisdom, and generosity are qualities that arise from the depths of oppression.
Mandela learned the meaning of courage from his comrades in the struggle, who risked and gave their lives for an idea.
Courage is not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it.
People must learn to hate, and if they can learn to hate, they can be taught to love, for love comes more naturally to the human heart.

Overcoming Apartheid

Apartheid created a deep and lasting wound in South Africa.
The pain inflicted by decades of oppression and brutality will last for years to come.
However, it also brought about a new era of powerful leaders who fought for a better tomorrow.
These leaders include Oliver Tambo, Walter Sisulu, Chief Luthuli, Yusuf Dadoos, Bram Fischer, and Robert Sobukwe.

The Desire for Freedom

The desire for freedom and dignity drove Mandela's life and actions.
This desire transformed a frightened young man into a bold one, and drove a law-abiding attorney to become a criminal.
It forced a family-loving husband to live without a home and a life-loving man to live like a monk.

Freedom is Indivisible

Freedom is indivisible; the chains on one person are the chains on all.
The oppressor must be liberated just as surely as the oppressed.
A man who takes away another man's freedom is a prisoner of hatred, and is locked behind the bars of prejudice and narrow-mindedness.
The oppressed and the oppressor alike are robbed of their humanity.

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