Gr 11 History Ch 5: Impact of the Sharpeville massacre

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What was the immediate consequence of the Sharpeville Massacre in South Africa?

The government lifted the state of emergency.

Widespread outrage and increased protests across the country. (correct)

The African National Congress and Pan Africanist Congress disbanded.

South Africa was welcomed into the British Commonwealth.

What was the result of the government's response to the growing unrest?

The state of emergency was lifted.

The apartheid regime was dismantled.

Peaceful protests continued across the country.

Thousands of people, including key resistance leaders and activists, were detained. (correct)

What decision did the African National Congress and the Pan Africanist Congress make after the Sharpeville Massacre?

They surrendered to the apartheid regime.

They continued with non-violent resistance.

They disbanded their organizations.

They decided to form military wings. (correct)

What law was passed in 1960, banning the African National Congress and the Pan Africanist Congress?

Unlawful Organizations Act Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

South Africa became a republic. Signup and view all the answers

How did the international community respond to the Sharpeville Massacre?

They condemned the apartheid regime and called for equality. Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the international criticism and condemnation?

South Africa became more isolated from the international community. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

It marked a turning point in the anti-apartheid struggle. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the international community's reaction to Sharpeville?

South Africa's diplomatic isolation increased, affecting its international relations and economic situation Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and Poqo?

Sabotage and other forms of armed protest Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

Organizational leadership was weakened, but leaders became international symbols of resistance Signup and view all the answers

What was the short-term effect of the apartheid government's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

The apartheid government strengthened its repressive policies Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the resistance leaders' efforts to seek international support and training?

A more proactive and global approach to combating apartheid was adopted Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in the context of South African history?

It catalyzed a series of events that eventually contributed to the downfall of apartheid Signup and view all the answers

What was the role of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and Poqo in the anti-apartheid movement?

They were military wings of the ANC and PAC Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the apartheid government's policies?

The apartheid government strengthened its repressive policies Signup and view all the answers

What was the immediate impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the black population in South Africa?

Widespread outrage and increased protests Signup and view all the answers

What was the government's response to the growing unrest following the Sharpeville Massacre?

Declaring a state of emergency in 122 districts Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Unlawful Organizations Act of 1960?

It banned the African National Congress and the Pan Africanist Congress Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

South Africa became a republic and exited the British Commonwealth Signup and view all the answers

What was the international community's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

Condemnation and calls for apartheid's abandonment Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the anti-apartheid struggle?

A shift towards armed struggle Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the government's refusal to convene a national convention?

The shift to armed struggle Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the international scrutiny and criticism of South Africa?

South Africa's international isolation increased Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the international community's reaction to Sharpeville on South Africa's economy?

It led to increased calls for sanctions and boycotts, affecting its economic situation. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and Poqo?

To focus on sabotage and other forms of armed protest. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the leadership of the anti-apartheid movement?

It resulted in the imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe. Signup and view all the answers

What was the short-term effect of the apartheid government's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

It led to more stringent enforcement of apartheid laws. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in the context of South African history?

It catalyzed a series of events that eventually contributed to the downfall of apartheid. Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the resistance leaders' efforts to seek international support and training?

It marked the beginning of a more proactive and global approach to combating apartheid. Signup and view all the answers

What was the effect of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

It transformed these figures into international symbols of resistance against apartheid. Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the anti-apartheid movement?

It marked a drastic change in the tactics of the anti-apartheid movement. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the shift from non-violent resistance to armed struggle after the Sharpeville Massacre?

The government's refusal to create a new constitution Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

South Africa became a republic and exited the British Commonwealth Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the international community's condemnation of the Sharpeville Massacre?

The international community's criticism significantly heightened scrutiny of South Africa Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary motivation behind the formation of military wings by the ANC and PAC?

To respond to the government's refusal to convene a national convention Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the black population in South Africa?

It incited widespread outrage and increased protests across the country Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the government's response to the growing unrest after the Sharpeville Massacre?

The government declared a state of emergency in 122 districts and detained thousands of people Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

It was a pivotal event marking a significant turning point in the anti-apartheid struggle Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Unlawful Organizations Act of 1960 on the ANC and PAC?

It significantly hampered their ability to organize and coordinate resistance Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the international community's increased pressure on the apartheid government after the Sharpeville Massacre?

Human rights violations Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial focus of the military wings formed by the ANC and PAC after Sharpeville?

Sabotage and armed protest Signup and view all the answers

What was the long-term consequence of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

Weakened organizational leadership Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the apartheid government's policies?

Strengthening of apartheid policies Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

Catalyzed a series of events that contributed to the downfall of apartheid Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the international community's reaction to the Sharpeville Massacre?

Diplomatic isolation Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the anti-apartheid movement?

Radicalized the movement's tactics Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the resistance leaders' efforts to seek international support and training?

Marked the beginning of a more proactive and global approach Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary reason for the shift from non-violent resistance to armed struggle after the Sharpeville Massacre?

The government's refusal to convene a national convention for drafting a new constitution Signup and view all the answers

How did the United Nations respond to the Sharpeville Massacre?

By adopting a resolution condemning the massacre and calling for equal treatment of all citizens Signup and view all the answers

What was the consequence of the Unlawful Organizations Act of 1960 on the ANC and PAC?

They were banned and significantly hampered in their ability to organize and coordinate resistance Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

South Africa became a republic and exited the British Commonwealth Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the black population in South Africa?

It incited widespread outrage and led to increased protests across the country Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary effect of the international community's reaction to Sharpeville on South Africa's economy?

The economy was severely impacted due to increased calls for sanctions and boycotts. Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

The leaders became international symbols of resistance against apartheid. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the military wings formed by the ANC and PAC after Sharpeville?

Sabotage and other forms of armed protest. Signup and view all the answers

What was the short-term effect of the apartheid government's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

The government strengthened its repressive policies to quell dissent. Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

It catalyzed a series of events that eventually contributed to the downfall of apartheid. Signup and view all the answers

Gr 11 History Ch 5: Impact of the Sharpeville massacre

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What was the immediate consequence of the Sharpeville Massacre in South Africa?

What was the result of the government's response to the growing unrest?

What decision did the African National Congress and the Pan Africanist Congress make after the Sharpeville Massacre?

What law was passed in 1960, banning the African National Congress and the Pan Africanist Congress?

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

How did the international community respond to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the result of the international criticism and condemnation?

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

What was the outcome of the international community's reaction to Sharpeville?

What was the primary focus of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and Poqo?

What was the result of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

What was the short-term effect of the apartheid government's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the outcome of the resistance leaders' efforts to seek international support and training?

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in the context of South African history?

What was the role of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and Poqo in the anti-apartheid movement?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the apartheid government's policies?

What was the immediate impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the black population in South Africa?

What was the government's response to the growing unrest following the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the significance of the Unlawful Organizations Act of 1960?

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

What was the international community's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the anti-apartheid struggle?

What was the consequence of the government's refusal to convene a national convention?

What was the outcome of the international scrutiny and criticism of South Africa?

What was the impact of the international community's reaction to Sharpeville on South Africa's economy?

What was the primary objective of Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) and Poqo?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the leadership of the anti-apartheid movement?

What was the short-term effect of the apartheid government's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in the context of South African history?

What was the result of the resistance leaders' efforts to seek international support and training?

What was the effect of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the anti-apartheid movement?

What was the primary reason for the shift from non-violent resistance to armed struggle after the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

What was the consequence of the international community's condemnation of the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the primary motivation behind the formation of military wings by the ANC and PAC?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the black population in South Africa?

What was the consequence of the government's response to the growing unrest after the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

What was the impact of the Unlawful Organizations Act of 1960 on the ANC and PAC?

What was the primary reason for the international community's increased pressure on the apartheid government after the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the initial focus of the military wings formed by the ANC and PAC after Sharpeville?

What was the long-term consequence of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the apartheid government's policies?

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

What was the result of the international community's reaction to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the anti-apartheid movement?

What was the outcome of the resistance leaders' efforts to seek international support and training?

What was the primary reason for the shift from non-violent resistance to armed struggle after the Sharpeville Massacre?

How did the United Nations respond to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the consequence of the Unlawful Organizations Act of 1960 on the ANC and PAC?

What was the outcome of the national referendum among white voters in 1961?

What was the impact of the Sharpeville Massacre on the black population in South Africa?

What was the primary effect of the international community's reaction to Sharpeville on South Africa's economy?

What was the result of the arrest and imprisonment of key leaders like Mandela and Sobukwe?

What was the primary focus of the military wings formed by the ANC and PAC after Sharpeville?

What was the short-term effect of the apartheid government's response to the Sharpeville Massacre?

What was the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre in South African history?

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