Gr 10 History Ch 4.4: Legacies of Shaka

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What is the significance of the uShaka Marine World and King Shaka International Airport?

  • They commemorate the biases of European traders.
  • They reflect the negative portrayals of Shaka in historical accounts.
  • They represent the respect the Zulu people have for Shaka's accomplishments. (correct)
  • They symbolize the global fascination with Shaka's leadership.

What is a challenge in understanding Shaka's history?

  • The lack of online sources about Shaka.
  • The presence of biased historical accounts. (correct)
  • The scarcity of eyewitness accounts.
  • The limited number of commemorations in KwaZulu-Natal.

What nickname was given to Shaka?

  • The Father of the Zulu Nation
  • The Great Uniter
  • The King of Kings
  • The Black Napoleon (correct)

What is a characteristic of Shaka's governance?

<p>Strict control and harsh penalties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of early accounts by European traders?

<p>Biased portrayals of Shaka to further colonial interests. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did European traders portray Shaka in a negative light?

<p>To further colonial interests. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of governance practices globally during Shaka's time?

<p>Strict control and harsh penalties (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of online sources about Shaka?

<p>Extensive, but challenging to discern accurate accounts. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Shaka's legacy reflect in contemporary culture and historical discourse?

<p>Both his achievements and controversies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the modern facilities named after Shaka?

<p>They reflect his enduring legacy and the respect he commands among the Zulu people (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with the vast online presence of Shaka?

<p>It is difficult to discern accurate historical accounts from myths or biased interpretations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How has Shaka been historically portrayed?

<p>Both as a military genius and a brutal leader (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred from the early accounts by European traders like Farewell, Fynn, and Isaacs?

<p>They are potentially biased and contrast with earlier neutral or positive descriptions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of Shaka's governance and global governance practices during his time?

<p>Strict control and harsh penalties for a range of crimes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Shaka's military innovations?

<p>They had a significant impact on warfare tactics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Shaka's legacy in contemporary culture?

<p>It resonates globally and continues to influence contemporary culture (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the naming of modern facilities like uShaka Marine World and King Shaka International Airport signify?

<p>His enduring legacy and the respect he commands among the Zulu people (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has contributed to the global fascination with Shaka's leadership?

<p>The extensive online presence and internet sources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge do historians face when interpreting Shaka's rule?

<p>Separating accurate historical accounts from myths or biased interpretations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of early accounts by European traders like Farewell, Fynn, and Isaacs?

<p>They were biased against Shaka, furthering colonial interests (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of Shaka's governance?

<p>His strict control and harsh penalties for crimes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is reflected in the various mediums, interpretations, and commemorations of Shaka's legacy?

<p>Both his achievements and the controversies surrounding his rule (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of governance practices globally during Shaka's time?

<p>Strict control and harsh penalties for crimes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with online sources about Shaka?

<p>They can be challenging to discern accurate historical accounts from myths or biased interpretations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why Shaka's legacy continues to resonate in contemporary culture and historical discourse?

<p>His military innovations and unifying the Zulu nation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the portrayal of Shaka by European traders like Farewell, Fynn, and Isaacs?

<p>They portrayed Shaka in a negative light to further colonial interests (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Shaka being described as the 'Black Napoleon'?

<p>It reflects his military genius and transformative leadership (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the challenges in understanding Shaka's history?

<p>The potential biases in early accounts and myths (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the modern facilities named after Shaka?

<p>To signify his enduring legacy and the respect he commands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the characteristics of Shaka's governance?

<p>It was marked by strict control and harsh penalties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the extensive online presence of Shaka?

<p>It reflects the global fascination with his leadership and military innovations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the portrayal of Shaka in contemporary culture and historical discourse?

<p>He is both venerated and vilified, reflecting his complex legacy (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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