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What are the three requirements for a settlement to be considered as such?
What are the three requirements for a settlement to be considered as such?
It must have formal building structures, people that communicate on a regular basis, and a function involving economic activity.
What are some examples of economic activities that can be found in a settlement?
What are some examples of economic activities that can be found in a settlement?
Farming, fishing, mining, industry, retail, and services.
How is a settlement defined?
How is a settlement defined?
A settlement is defined as a place with building structures and people who communicate regularly, and are involved in economic activities such as farming, fishing, mining, industry, retail, and services.
What were the main economic activities in South Africa before the discovery of minerals?
What were the main economic activities in South Africa before the discovery of minerals?
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What were the main items of trade in Southern Africa before the mineral discoveries?
What were the main items of trade in Southern Africa before the mineral discoveries?
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What were the four divisions of South Africa before the mineral discoveries?
What were the four divisions of South Africa before the mineral discoveries?
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Where were many diamonds found in 1871, leading to the establishment of Kimberley?
Where were many diamonds found in 1871, leading to the establishment of Kimberley?
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What were the consequences of the discovery of gold on the Witwatersrand in 1886?
What were the consequences of the discovery of gold on the Witwatersrand in 1886?
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Study Notes
Defining Settlement
- A settlement is a place with building structures, regular communication among people, and involvement in economic activities such as farming, fishing, mining, industry, retail, and services.
- Three requirements for a settlement: formal building structures, regular communication, and economic activity.
Life Before Mineral Discoveries in South Africa
- In the 19th century, most people lived off the land and traded goods such as ivory and gold for beads, ceramics, and cloth.
- African farmers bought goods from Europeans, leading to an increase in trading.
- Few urban settlements existed, mostly located on the coast.
South Africa's Pre-Mineral Discovery Divisions
- South Africa was divided into four regions: Cape Colony (British), Natal (British), Zuid Afrikaansche Republic (ZAR) (Boer), and Republic of Oranje Vrijstaat (OFS) (Boer).
Discovery of Minerals
- Before the discovery of diamonds, South Africa's economy was based on agriculture and trade.
- In 1871, many diamonds were found on the Blyvooruitzicht farm near the Orange River, leading to the development of the Big Hole and Kimberley.
- The British took control of the area in 1872.
- The discovery of gold on the Witwatersrand in 1886 was a significant turning point in South African history.
- The British sought to control the mineral wealth, leading to two wars between the British and the Boers.
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Test your knowledge of settlements with this quiz! Explore the requirements and functions of settlements, including building structures, communication among people, and various economic activities such as farming, fishing, and industry.
