The coffin of civil rights activist, Steven Biko, lies on a wooden cart pulled by oxen after he dies while in detention

The coffin of civil rights activist, Steven Biko, lies on a wooden cart pulled by oxen after he dies while in detention

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Steve Biko was arrested and died in police detention. His funeral, with a coffin carried on a wooden cart by oxen, symbolized his role as a key figure in South Africa, akin to Martin Luther King in the U.S.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happened to Steve Biko after his arrest?

He died in police detention.

He was sent to trial.

He escaped from custody.

He was released immediately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was Steve Biko's coffin transported during his funeral?

On a wooden cart behind two oxen.

In a military vehicle.

In a luxurious hearse.

Carried by pallbearers.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significance of Steve Biko's funeral procession?

It was a private family affair.

It was attended by world leaders.

It was a simple yet powerful statement.

It was a grand state event.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which civil rights leader is Steve Biko compared to in the video?

Rosa Parks

Nelson Mandela

Mahatma Gandhi

Martin Luther King

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the video suggest about Steve Biko's impact on South Africa?

He became a symbol of the anti-apartheid movement.

He was a divisive figure.

He was only known locally.

He had little influence.