South Africa: Land of Inequality-Apartheid

What percentage of South Africa's population is white?

• 5 percent

• 8 percent

• 12 percent

• 15 percent

What system did black South Africans live under for much of the 20th century?

• Apartheid, a government-imposed system of rigid racial segregation.

• Democracy, a system of government by the whole population.

• Colonialism, a policy of acquiring full or partial control over another country.

• Feudalism, a social system in medieval Europe.

What did Zola Ndlasi do?

• Led the takeover of Stefan Smit's land by setting up shacks for impoverished residents.

• Organized a community festival to celebrate local culture.

• Established a charity to support education for children.

• Fought against pollution in the local river.

What is the key question in South Africa's political fight?

• Who owns South Africa’s land?

• What is the capital of South Africa?

• How many provinces are in South Africa?

• What is the main language spoken in South Africa?

When did apartheid officially end?

• 1989

• 1991

• 1994

• 1990

What was Mandela's role in the A.N.C.?

• He became head of the A.N.C.’s new military wing in 1961.

• He served as the president of South Africa in 1994.

• He was a founding member of the A.N.C. in 1912.

• He led the A.N.C. in negotiations for independence from British rule.

Who was Stefan Smit?

• A white farmer in South Africa’s wine-making region whose vineyard was invaded by impoverished residents of a nearby black township.

• A famous South African politician known for his anti-apartheid stance.

• A renowned South African artist celebrated for his paintings.

• A leading scientist in South Africa's agricultural research.

What did Nelson Mandela achieve in 1994?

• He became South Africa’s first democratically elected president.

• He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

• He was released from prison after 27 years.

• He became the leader of the African National Congress.

What was the outcome of Mandela's trial in 1964?

• He was acquitted of all charges and released immediately.

• He was convicted of conspiracy to overthrow the state and sentenced to life in prison.

• He received a suspended sentence and was placed on probation.

• He was sentenced to 10 years in prison without parole.

What percentage of South Africa's population is black?

• 50 percent

• 65 percent

• 80 percent

• More than 80 percent.