Nelson Mandela's Stan on Robben Island

The transcript covers Nelson Mandela's imprisonment on Robben Island, highlighting his dignified behavior and influence on prison guards. It discusses his isolation, personal losses, and the global anti-apartheid movement, including international sanctions. The 1976 Soweto Uprising is detailed, showing its impact on the anti-apartheid struggle. Mandela's health issues and secret negotiations with the government are mentioned, leading to the end of apartheid and his release in 1990. The transcript concludes with a review and questions about apartheid.

What did Mandela insist on being called by the prison guards?

• His prison number

• Mr. Mandela

• Prisoner

• Nelson

Which poem did Mandela frequently quote during his imprisonment?

• The Road Not Taken

• Invictus

• If—

• Ozymandias

What did the United Nations declare apartheid to be?

• A necessary policy

• A crime against humanity

• A cultural tradition

• An economic strategy

In which city did the 1976 student protests occur?

• Durban

• Soweto

• Cape Town

• Pretoria

What health issues did Mandela face during his imprisonment?

• Diabetes

• Cancer and tuberculosis

• Asthma

• Heart disease

Who was the South African president that promised to end apartheid in 1989?

• Nelson Mandela

• PW Botha

• FW de Klerk

• Jacob Zuma

When was Nelson Mandela released from prison?

• February 2, 1990

• February 11, 1990

• March 1, 1990

• April 27, 1990