CH 17 Section 2 - Struggles in Africa

During which decades did many nations in Africa gain independence?

• 1940s/1950s

• 1950s/1960s

• 1960s/1970s

• 1970s/1980s

What common issue did many African nations face after gaining independence?

• Economic prosperity

• Internal conflicts and civil wars

• Rapid industrialization

• Alliance with European nations

What was Apartheid?

• A cultural festival celebrated annually in South Africa.

• A legal system of racial segregation in South Africa where the black majority had limited rights.

• A political movement aimed at establishing democracy in South Africa.

• An economic policy introduced to boost South Africa's trade relations.

Which of the following was a restriction under the Apartheid system?

• Equal rights for all races.

• Laws banning marriages between races.

• Freedom of movement for nonwhites.

• Integrated schools for all children.

What were the consequences of Apartheid for nonwhite populations?

• They faced many restrictions including segregated public facilities.

• They were granted additional voting rights.

• They received increased educational opportunities.

• They were allowed to own land anywhere they chose.

What was the primary purpose of the signs reading "Europeans Only" and "White Area" during the apartheid era in South Africa?

• To promote tourism in designated areas

• To designate areas for commercial development

• To enforce racial segregation

• To provide directions for travelers

What was the primary objective of the African National Congress (ANC) as mentioned in the text?

• To promote racial segregation

• To oppose apartheid and lead the struggle for majority rule

• To support the apartheid government

• To establish a new colonial government

What significant event occurred in Sharpeville during a 1960 protest?

• The ANC held its first meeting

• Nelson Mandela gave a speech

• Police gunned down 69 people

• The town was recognized for its peaceful protests

What action did the government take after the protest in Sharpeville?

• They supported the ANC

• They outlawed the ANC

• They granted independence to Sharpeville

• They held democratic elections

What happened to Nelson Mandela as a result of his leadership in the ANC?

• He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize

• He became the president immediately

• He was sentenced to life imprisonment

• He left South Africa