35 Questions
What event marked the height of Apartheid repression in South Africa?
State of emergency being declared
How did COSATU contribute internationally to the fight against Apartheid?
Calling for disinvestment from South Africa
What event led to the formation of COSATU in 1985?
Popular insurrection
What was the significance of the largest strike in SA's history organized by COSATU in May 1986?
Demanding recognition of International Worker's Day as a public holiday
During the state of emergency, which COSATU officials were detained by the government?
Elijah Barayi and Jay Naidoo
What was the main focus of COSATU's actions in supporting the mass democratic movement?
Coordinating activities with the mass democratic movement
What was the primary goal of COSATU's international mobilization efforts?
Calling for economic disinvestment from South Africa
What impact did unionists feel their unions had during the political struggle in their communities?
They perceived unions as strong and involved in political struggles
What role did unions play in the resistance against Apartheid?
Actively participating in resistance activities
What was the response of COSATU to the government's actions during the state of emergency?
Continuing to play a major role in the mass democratic struggle
What did the Harare Declaration indicate as the way forward in the negotiation process?
The formation of an interim government to oversee the drafting of a new constitution and the termination of armed hostilities
What significant event took place on February 11, 1990?
The release of Nelson Mandela from prison
What did F.W. de Klerk announce in his speech to the South African Parliament on February 2, 1990?
The unbanning of the ANC, PAC, and SACP, and the release of Nelson Mandela
What was the next step after the suspension of hostilities between the liberation movement and the apartheid regime?
The formation of an interim government to supervise the drafting of a new constitution
What was the final step outlined in the Harare Declaration?
The lifting of all sanctions imposed on the apartheid state by the international community
The ECC was affiliated to the UDF and focused on promoting a pro-war culture among whites.
False
The Mass Democratic Movement (MDM) was formed after the UDF was banned.
True
Jay Naidoo described the MDM as an organization primarily made up of political parties.
False
The MDM is not committed to non-racialism or democratic practices.
False
The MDM recognizes the centrality of the ANC in finding solutions for the country.
True
The MDM was not united by a program of mass action aimed at dismantling apartheid.
False
Progress in building a non-racial opposition to the state had no negative outcomes.
False
The education boycotts during this time greatly benefited the black communities in South Africa.
False
The ECC primarily used wall murals, T-shirts, and musical concerts to promote a pro-war culture among whites.
False
The UDF and COSATU formed a strategic alliance within the MDM.
True
End the State of Emergency and repeal all legislation designed to circumscribe ______ activity.
political
Discussions to take place between the liberation movement and the SA regime to achieve the suspension of hostilities on both sides by agreeing to a mutually binding ______.
cease-fire
Next would be the formation of an interim government to supervise the process of the drawing up and adoption of the new Constitution, which would include the principles outlined in the Harare ______.
Declaration
On 2 February 1990, De Klerk announced in a speech to the SA Parliament that the ANC, PAC and SACP would be unbanned and that Mandela would be ______.
released
This happened on 11 February 1990 when Mandela walked out of prison in Paarl, after which he made a momentous speech to supporters on the steps of the Cape Town City ______.
Hall
De Klerk announced in a speech to the SA Parliament that the ANC, PAC and SACP would be unbanned and that Mandela would be ______.
released
Mandela walked out of prison in Paarl on 11 February 1990, after which he made a momentous speech to supporters on the steps of the Cape Town City ______.
Hall
End the State of Emergency and repeal all legislation designed to circumscribe political ______.
activity
Discussions to take place between the liberation movement and the SA regime to achieve the suspension of hostilities on both sides by agreeing to a mutually binding ______.
cease-fire
Next would be the formation of an interim government to supervise the process of the drawing up and adoption of the new Constitution, which would include the principles outlined in the Harare ______.
Declaration
Explore the consequences of rent boycotts on local services' breakdown, resistance towards payment for social services, increased community conflict, police violence, and collaboration with the state. Understand the repercussions on communities and individuals during times of civil unrest.
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