Heritage Day and South African History

Heritage Day and South African History

Assessment

Interactive Video

History

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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Heritage Day, celebrated on September 24th, encourages South Africans to honor their diverse cultures and traditions. Originally known as Shaka Day, it commemorated Shaka Zulu, a unifying Zulu King. The day was almost removed from the national holiday list but was reinstated as Heritage Day after a compromise with the IFP. Today, it is also known as Braai Day, celebrating the South African tradition of barbecues. South Africa boasts six UNESCO heritage sites, highlighting its rich cultural landscape.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of celebrating Heritage Day in South Africa?

To celebrate cultural diversity and unity

To promote economic growth

To honor the country's military history

To commemorate the end of apartheid

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Originally, what was Heritage Day known as?

Unity Day

Freedom Day

Cultural Day

Shaka Day

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Shaka Zulu?

A famous South African musician

A Zulu King who united different clans

A political leader in the 20th century

A renowned South African artist

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political party played a crucial role in preserving Heritage Day as a public holiday?

African National Congress

Inkatha Freedom Party

Economic Freedom Fighters

Democratic Alliance

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Heritage Day informally known as due to a popular tradition?

Freedom Day

Cultural Day

Braai Day

Unity Day

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did the media campaign to rebrand Heritage Day as 'Braai Day' begin?

2015

2005

2010

2000

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in South Africa?

The Cradle of Humankind

Kruger National Park

Table Mountain

Victoria Falls

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