Questions and Answers
Which statement best describes Desmond Tutu?
He was a religious leader who called for international sanctions against South Africa.
How did Nelson Mandela expand his anti-government activities in the 1960s?
He created a division dedicated to sabotage.
The United States and Europe put pressure on South Africa in the form of?
sanctions.
A student uprising in South Africa took place in?
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After returning to South Africa from Algeria in 1964, Nelson Mandela was?
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As a result of the 1960 Sharpeville demonstration, who began to believe that only armed rebellion would bring an end to apartheid?
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In the early 1900s, European settlers in South Africa created?
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During the colonial era, South African society became divided based on?
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The Sharpeville demonstration of 1960 resulted in?
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Study Notes
Desmond Tutu
- Prominent religious leader who advocated for international sanctions against apartheid South Africa.
Nelson Mandela's Activism
- Expanded anti-government efforts in the 1960s by establishing a division focused on sabotage.
- Arrested and imprisoned after returning to South Africa from Algeria in 1964.
International Pressure on South Africa
- The United States and European nations applied pressure through economic sanctions to oppose apartheid policies.
Soweto Uprising
- Significant student uprising occurred in Soweto, highlighting opposition to apartheid education policies.
Sharpeville Massacre
- The 1960 Sharpeville demonstration led to the deaths of sixty-nine individuals, prompting Mandela to support armed resistance against apartheid.
System of Segregation
- Early 1900s saw European settlers in South Africa implementing a segregation system that created deep societal divides.
Racial Divisions
- During colonial rule, South African society became increasingly divided along racial lines.
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Test your knowledge on South Africa's apartheid era with this engaging quiz. Explore the roles of key figures like Desmond Tutu and Nelson Mandela, and understand the global response to apartheid, including sanctions. Perfect for history enthusiasts and students alike.
