Apartheid

What was the main reason for the student protests in Soweto on June 16th, 1976?

• The introduction of new taxes for students

• The closure of several schools in Soweto

• The banning of student organizations

• The government's decision to teach many subjects in Afrikaans

What policy did Apartheid enforce in South Africa?

• Gender equality

• Economic freedom for all citizens

• Strict policy of segregation based on race

• Freedom of movement across the country

How did the government respond to the Soweto protests?

• By deploying armed police officers who killed over 150 students

• By lifting the requirement to teach in Afrikaans

• By negotiating with student leaders

• By offering scholarships to protesters

What was the main argument of the National Party for implementing Apartheid?

• To support international peace efforts

• To promote economic growth

• To ensure the survival of the white ruling class

• To improve education for all

Which political groups were leading the resistance against Apartheid?

• The National Party, United Party, and Democratic Alliance

• The Communist Party, African National Congress, and Pan-Africanist Congress

• The Progressive Federal Party, Inkatha Freedom Party, and Economic Freedom Fighters

• The Green Party, Labour Party, and Freedom Front Plus

What led to Nelson Mandela and others establishing an armed wing of the resistance?

• The banning of the ANC and PAC

• The success of peaceful protests

• An invitation from foreign governments

• A significant donation of weapons

What was the international community's response following the Soweto Massacre?

• Awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to the South African government

• Calling for an end to Apartheid and enacting trade embargoes

• Immediate military intervention

• Ignoring the events

What significant action did F.W. de Klerk take in 1990?

• He increased the strictness of Apartheid laws

• He resigned from his position

• He unbanned the ANC, released Mandela, and called for constitutional negotiations

• He declared war on neighboring countries

Who became South Africa's first Black president?

• Desmond Tutu

• Thabo Mbeki

• Nelson Mandela

• F.W. de Klerk

What was the outcome of the 1994 elections in South Africa?

• The National Party retained power

• The ANC won, making Mandela president

• The elections were postponed

• A coalition government was formed