CLEAN : S.Africa probes death of anti-apartheid activist 38 years on

CLEAN : S.Africa probes death of anti-apartheid activist 38 years on

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History, Social Studies

10th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the inquiry into Dr. Neil Aggett's death, highlighting his choice to fight apartheid rather than pursue a prosperous career. It questions the actions of the Special Branch and the cover-up of torture, emphasizing the need to revisit the inquest findings to uncover the truth. The inquiry is not a criminal case but aims to establish the circumstances of Dr. Aggett's death.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Dr. Neil Aggett's alternative career path if he had chosen a different life?

A doctor in Johannesburg's suburbs

A politician in Pretoria

A lawyer in Cape Town

A teacher in Durban

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the section suggest about the Special Branch's actions if Dr. Aggett's death was a suicide?

They were justified in their actions

They were unaware of the situation

They followed standard procedures

They went to unnecessary extremes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of revisiting the inquest findings from the 1980s?

To rewrite history books

To prosecute the Special Branch

To establish a new legal precedent

To uncover the truth about Dr. Aggett's death

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the nature of the inquiry into Dr. Aggett's death?

A criminal case

A civil lawsuit

An inquiry by the court

A public referendum

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the section imply about the security branch's actions?

They were transparent and honest

They were unaware of any wrongdoing

They attempted to cover up their actions

They were praised for their efforts