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What was a primary grievance expressed by Nelson Mandela regarding the white domination he perceived?
What was a primary grievance expressed by Nelson Mandela regarding the white domination he perceived?
- The lack of access to advanced technology in South Africa.
- The imposition of high taxes on black-owned businesses.
- The forced assimilation of indigenous cultures into European society.
- The denial of voting rights and land ownership for his people. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the geographical features of South Africa?
Which of the following best describes the geographical features of South Africa?
- Primarily dense rainforests with few open plains.
- A combination of coastal lands, plains, plateaus, mountains, rivers, and deserts. (correct)
- A uniform landscape of flat, arid desert.
- Predominantly icy tundra with minimal vegetation.
What was implied as a major reason for European interest in South Africa?
What was implied as a major reason for European interest in South Africa?
- The potential for establishing large-scale agricultural plantations.
- The strategic location for naval dominance in the Indian Ocean.
- The country's wealth from agrarian lands, mines, weather and human resources. (correct)
- The abundance of easily accessible freshwater reserves.
Based on Mandela's statement, what concern did he express about receiving a fair trial?
Based on Mandela's statement, what concern did he express about receiving a fair trial?
Which ocean(s) border South Africa?
Which ocean(s) border South Africa?
What was the political status of Nelson Mandela's people, according to his statement?
What was the political status of Nelson Mandela's people, according to his statement?
What was the primary motivation for the British to colonize South Africa?
What was the primary motivation for the British to colonize South Africa?
Which continent is South Africa located in?
Which continent is South Africa located in?
Which European power initially established a significant colony in South Africa during the 17th century?
Which European power initially established a significant colony in South Africa during the 17th century?
According to Mandela, what was the condition of the reserves where his people were forced to live?
According to Mandela, what was the condition of the reserves where his people were forced to live?
What was the duration of Nelson Mandela's imprisonment for his fight against racial discrimination?
What was the duration of Nelson Mandela's imprisonment for his fight against racial discrimination?
What is the geographical significance of the Cape of Good Hope?
What is the geographical significance of the Cape of Good Hope?
The descendants of Dutch, French, and German settlers in South Africa are known as?
The descendants of Dutch, French, and German settlers in South Africa are known as?
What aspect of South Africa's location contributes to its unique geographical features?
What aspect of South Africa's location contributes to its unique geographical features?
What does the term 'Colonisation' refer to in the context of the provided content?
What does the term 'Colonisation' refer to in the context of the provided content?
Which tribal groups were the first inhabitants of South Africa according to the content?
Which tribal groups were the first inhabitants of South Africa according to the content?
By what century had the British arrived in South Africa and began establishing their presence as a colonial power?
By what century had the British arrived in South Africa and began establishing their presence as a colonial power?
What broader historical context is linked to European powers sailing around the Cape of Good Hope?
What broader historical context is linked to European powers sailing around the Cape of Good Hope?
What term did the Dutch settlers ('Boers') eventually adopt for themselves and their language?
What term did the Dutch settlers ('Boers') eventually adopt for themselves and their language?
What prompted the British to seize the Cape Colony from the Dutch?
What prompted the British to seize the Cape Colony from the Dutch?
What event prompted the Boers to undertake the Great Trek?
What event prompted the Boers to undertake the Great Trek?
Which of the following was NOT a Boer Republic established following the Great Trek?
Which of the following was NOT a Boer Republic established following the Great Trek?
What triggered the Second Boer War?
What triggered the Second Boer War?
What was the significance of the Treaty of Vereeniging?
What was the significance of the Treaty of Vereeniging?
What was a key consequence of the formation of the Union of South Africa under British control?
What was a key consequence of the formation of the Union of South Africa under British control?
What was the primary economic importance of South Africa towards the end of the 19th century?
What was the primary economic importance of South Africa towards the end of the 19th century?
What demand made by the British to the Boer administrators directly preceded the Second Boer War?
What demand made by the British to the Boer administrators directly preceded the Second Boer War?
Which statement accurately describes the outcome of the First Boer War?
Which statement accurately describes the outcome of the First Boer War?
What was the initial British action that sparked the First Boer War (1880-81)?
What was the initial British action that sparked the First Boer War (1880-81)?
What long-term impact did the discovery of gold and diamonds have on South Africa?
What long-term impact did the discovery of gold and diamonds have on South Africa?
Flashcards
Racial Discrimination
Racial Discrimination
A practice that treats people differently based on their race.
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela
A freedom fighter who fought against racial oppression in South Africa.
Oppression
Oppression
Prolonged cruel or unjust treatment.
South Africa's Geography
South Africa's Geography
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Indian Ocean
Indian Ocean
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Atlantic Ocean
Atlantic Ocean
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Imprisonment
Imprisonment
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Emancipation
Emancipation
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Features of South Africa
Features of South Africa
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Bordering Countries
Bordering Countries
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Cape of Good Hope
Cape of Good Hope
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Colonisation
Colonisation
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San and Xhosa
San and Xhosa
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Dutch arrival
Dutch arrival
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British colonisation
British colonisation
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Boers
Boers
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Afrikaner
Afrikaner
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Great Trek
Great Trek
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Cape Town
Cape Town
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European expeditions
European expeditions
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Cape Colony Language Policy
Cape Colony Language Policy
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The Great Trek
The Great Trek
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Boer Republics
Boer Republics
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First Boer War
First Boer War
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Second Boer War
Second Boer War
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Treaty of Vereeniging
Treaty of Vereeniging
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Union of South Africa
Union of South Africa
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Voortrekkers
Voortrekkers
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Gold and Diamond Discovery
Gold and Diamond Discovery
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Racial Rights Denial
Racial Rights Denial
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Study Notes
Against Discrimination
- Nelson Mandela felt oppressed by white domination in court
- He felt voteless due to the same white domination
- His people were without land and forced into poverty-stricken reserves
- He questioned how he could be expected to believe racial discrimination was just
- He argued that suffering from discrimination had been happening for years
- He wanted a fair and open trial
- This was the Pretoria Trial of Nelson Mandela in 1962
South Africa: Location, Geographical Features
- South Africa is located at the southernmost tip of the African continent
- It borders the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean
- It has diverse geographical features, including broad coastal lands and vast plains
The Cape of Good Hope
- Located at the southernmost tip of Africa
- Important for European navigators seeking passage to Asia
- Europeans sailed around Africa to Asia via the Atlantic Ocean and the Cape
- Named Cape of Good Hope because it gave them hope of reaching other continents
Colonisation of South Africa
- First inhabitants were San and Xhosa tribal people
- Europeans, mostly Dutch, arrived in the 15th century
- Dutch established Cape Town in the 17th century as a colony
- The British took control of South Africa in the 18th century
The Great Trek
- Boer farmers migrated inland to escape British rule
- Resulting in the establishment of Boer republics within South Africa
Boer Wars
- Disputes over gold and diamond mines in Boer Republics
- Britain attempted to merge the Boer republics into British colonies
- Two Boer Wars occurred, the First (1880-1881) and the Second (1899-1902)
- British ultimately won both wars, and the Boer Republics were incorporated into the Union of South Africa
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