2024 | Social Sciences | Test 1
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2024 | Social Sciences | Test 1

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What was one of the recommendations made by Janszen and Proot regarding the settlement at Table Bay?

  • It should grow only fruit.
  • It should cater only to ill sailors.
  • It should be primarily a trade port.
  • It should have soldiers for protection. (correct)

    • The Khoikhoi people provided assistance to the stranded sailors by growing vegetables for them.

    False

    In what year did the Dutch ship wreck occur near Table Bay?

    1647

    The report from Janszen and Proot emphasized the need for a settlement that could grow __________ and vegetables.

    <p>fruit</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of the settlement to their purposes:

    <p>Soldiers = Protection and guiding ships Vegetable gardens = Provision of food Water sources = Sustaining life Trade = Economic sustenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the most common method of resistance among slaves?

    <p>Running away</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Enslaved individuals at the Cape only resisted through open rebellions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What actions did runaway enslaved individuals take to survive in the mountains?

    <p>They sold wood, fished, stole food, and robbed travelers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To announce a runaway slave's escape, __________ were rung and __________ flags were displayed.

    <p>bells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the actions of enslaved individuals to their types of resistance:

    <p>Worked slowly = Passive resistance Ran away = Active resistance Set fire to crops = Destructive resistance Became intoxicated = Self-sabotage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the significant contributions of slaves at the Cape?

    <p>Influence on food, dress, and language</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sheik Yusuf of Makassar was sent to the Cape to teach Christianity to the slaves.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By 1840, how many people at the Cape had converted to Islam?

    <p>6,435</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Afrikaans developed from a combination of Dutch and the languages spoken by the ______.

    <p>slaves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Sheik Yusuf = Taught Islam to slaves at the Cape Mosque = Place of worship for Muslims Afrikaans = Language developed from Dutch and slave languages Madrasah = Educational institution for Islamic teachings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which regions were the primary sources of slaves brought to the Cape between 1652 and 1808?

    <p>Africa, Madagascar, India, and the East Indies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The VOC organized over 40 journeys to Madagascar to acquire slaves for the Cape.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many slaves were approximately brought to the Cape between 1652 and 1808?

    <p>63,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Slaves at the Cape were often skilled ________ and domestic workers.

    <p>craftspeople</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following regions with their descriptions related to slavery at the Cape.

    <p>Angola and Guinea = First large groups brought to the Cape Madagascar = Source of numerous slaves by VOC India and Ceylon/Sri-Lanka = Region contributing to slave supply East Indies = Area of slave origin contributing to the Cape</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary purpose of the VOC's settlement at the Cape in 1652?

    <p>To provide water and fresh food supplies for ships</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Vereenigde Oost Indische Compagnie was established to allow multiple Dutch trading companies to trade in the East.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the head office location of the VOC?

    <p>Batavia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Vasco da Gama traveled from Portugal to India in the year __________.

    <p>1498</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the European countries to their involvement in the trading in the East:

    <p>Netherlands = Established VOC Britain = Participated in trade Spain = Engaged in Eastern trade France = Traded products in the East</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant activity were the Khoikhoi people engaged in during Jan van Riebeeck's encounter?

    <p>Grazing sheep and cattle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Khoikhoi were eager to trade large numbers of livestock with Jan van Riebeeck.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On what date did Jan van Riebeeck record the encounter with the Khoikhoi?

    <p>December 6, 1652</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Khoikhoi owned large herds of ______ and cattle.

    <p>sheep</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of Jan van Riebeeck's journal entry with their descriptors:

    <p>Date = December 6, 1652 Location = Slope beside Table Mountain Primary Observation = Khoikhoi with livestock Reluctance to Trade = Only a few animals traded at a time</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which primary reason did Van Riebeeck give for wanting to obtain slaves at the Cape?

    <p>To help with agricultural work and other tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Van Riebeeck thought it would be expensive to use slaves for labor.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What main groups of people were enslaved and brought to the Cape between 1652 and 1808?

    <p>Slaves came from Africa, Madagascar, India, Sri Lanka, and the East Indies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Slaves were primarily brought to the Cape for _____ work and seal-catching.

    <p>agricultural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the sources of slaves with their locations:

    <p>Madagascar = Island Guinea = West Africa Angola = South Africa India = Subcontinent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary tasks slaves at the Cape were responsible for?

    <p>Building the Castle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Slaves at the Cape had the freedom to choose their own names.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way slaves were treated by their owners at the Cape?

    <p>They were treated cruelly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A slave is considered a piece of __________ that could be bought and sold.

    <p>property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of slaves to their roles at the Cape:

    <p>VOC slaves = Built the Castle Domestic workers = Worked in houses Craftspeople = Earned money for owners Farm workers = Worked long hours in agriculture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the primary challenges faced by Commander Jan van Riebeeck in establishing the settlement at Table Bay?

    <p>Destruction of the wheat crop by strong winds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jan van Riebeeck was instructed to build a school for the locals at Table Bay.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did Jan van Riebeeck arrive at the Cape?

    <p>1652</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Van Riebeeck was tasked with establishing _______ trade with the Khoikhoi.

    <p>peaceful</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the challenges faced by Van Riebeeck with their descriptions:

    <p>Flooded crops = Result of rain washing away fort walls Destruction of wheat = Caused by strong winds Unproductive trade = Few Khoikhoi appeared with livestock Building the fort = Faced difficulties during winter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did Van Riebeeck believe he needed slaves for the Cape settlement?

    <p>To perform agricultural and building work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Van Riebeeck found sufficient workers among the local Khoikhoi to sustain the settlement.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    From which location did Van Riebeeck propose to obtain slaves economically?

    <p>Madagascar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Van Riebeeck recorded in his journal that the soil near Table Mountain was very __________.

    <p>fertile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following years with their significant events regarding the Cape settlement:

    <p>1652 = Van Riebeeck acknowledges the need for slaves 1654 = Proposal to bring slaves from Madagascar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Table Bay Settlement

    • Dutch ships frequented Table Bay during the 1600s for voyages to the East.
    • A Dutch ship was wrecked north of Table Bay in 1647.
    • Sailors from the ship survived for a year with the help of the Khoikhoi people.
    • The Dutch East India Company (VOC) sent Mr. Janszen and Mr. Proot on a fact-finding mission.
    • They recommended a settlement at Table Bay with provisions for sailors, a fort, and agricultural production.

    Slave Resistance at the Cape

    • Slaves resisted their enslavement by working slowly, not complying with directives, and getting intoxicated.
    • They used more extreme methods like murder, arson, and self-harm.
    • Runaway slaves posed a significant threat to the VOC.
    • The VOC implemented measures to capture runaways, including bell ringing and flag displays.
    • Runaway slaves formed communities in the mountains, surviving through various means.

    Origins of Slaves at the Cape

    • The first large groups of slaves arrived from Angola and Guinea in 1658.
    • Slaves were brought from Africa, Madagascar, India, Ceylon/Sri-Lanka, and the East Indies.
    • The VOC, along with traders from Britain, France, and Portugal, brought slaves to the Cape.
    • The VOC organized 33 voyages to Madagascar to acquire slaves.

    Islamic Influence

    • Many slaves brought from the East Indies were Muslims.
    • Sheik Yusuf of Makassar, a prisoner of war, introduced Islam to Cape slaves.
    • By 1840, one-third of the colony's population had converted to Islam.
    • Cape Town saw the establishment of a Mosque and a Madrasah in the late 18th century.

    Development of Afrikaans

    • Slaves from diverse language backgrounds learned Dutch, the language of their masters.
    • Afrikaans emerged as a blend of Dutch and the languages spoken by slaves.

    Reasons for the VOC Settlement at the Cape

    • The VOC established a refreshment station at the Cape in 1652.
    • Their primary goal was to resupply ships with water, food, and rest for sailors suffering from scurvy.
    • The VOC's head office was in Batavia, Java, necessitating long voyages.

    The Arrival of the Dutch at Table Bay

    • In 1652, Jan van Riebeeck arrived at the Cape with 90 people from the Netherlands.
    • The VOC instructed Van Riebeeck to establish a settlement, including a fort, a hospital, and to trade with the Khoikhoi.
    • Van Riebeeck documented his experiences, providing insight into the settlement for the VOC.
    • The settlement faced challenges: winter storms damaged the fort, strong winds destroyed crops, and trade with the Khoikhoi proved unproductive.

    Reasons for Bringing Slaves to the Cape

    • Van Riebeeck recognized the need for a larger workforce.
    • The Khoikhoi showed little interest in the Dutch's agricultural and construction projects.
    • Van Riebeeck, familiar with the use of slaves in the East Indies, advocated for their use at the Cape.
    • He believed slaves would be a cheap labor force for the challenging tasks.

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    Explore the historical events surrounding Table Bay, including the early Dutch settlements and the resistance of enslaved people. This quiz covers significant events, recommendations for settlement, and the struggles faced by slaves at the Cape, highlighting their fight for autonomy and community formation. Test your knowledge and understand the complexities of this historical period.

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