Quiz on South African History

What was the Sharpeville Massacre?

• A peaceful protest that led to the end of apartheid

• A 1960 event where 7000 people marched to protest pass laws, resulting in 69 deaths

• A celebration of South African independence

• A meeting of ANC leaders to discuss future plans

Who was Oliver Tambo?

• A South African president

• A leader of the ANC who coordinated actions in exile

• A famous South African musician

• A supporter of apartheid policies

What did the World Council of Churches do in 1969?

• Supported apartheid policies

• Provided funds to the ANC for non-violent activities

• Organized a protest against the ANC

• Held a conference on economic development

What was the purpose of the Bantu Education Act?

• To provide equal education for all races

• To prepare African students for low-skilled labor

• To promote higher education for African students

• To integrate schools in South Africa

What was the role of the South Africa Students' Organization?

• To support apartheid policies

• To help black students speak for themselves

• To promote sports among students

• To provide scholarships for international study

What was the main focus of the Black Consciousness movement?

• Economic reform

• Relying on black South Africans for liberation

• Promoting white liberalism

• Encouraging foreign intervention

Who was a guiding member of the Black Consciousness movement?

• Nelson Mandela

• Desmond Tutu

• Stephen Biko

• Oliver Tambo

In what year did Dennis Brutus begin his campaign against South Africa's participation in the Olympics?

• 1936

• 1964

• 1970

• 1976

What organization was Avery Brundage associated with?

• South West Africa People's Organization (SWAPO

• South African Defense Force (SADF)

• International Olympic Committee (IOC)

• United Nations (UN)

What did the international boycotts of South Africa aim to achieve?

• Economic prosperity

• Political reform

• End of apartheid

• Military intervention