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WorksheetsHow much do you know about South Africa?
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which continent is South Africa located on?
Europe
Asia
Africa
South America
How many official languages does South Africa have?
2
11
97
9
Where is The South African Parliament located?
Cape Town
Kwazulu-Natal
Pretoria
Johannesburg
"Melktert"/"Milktart" is a traditional dessert in SA. Which spice is usually sprinkled on top of this treat?
Pepper
Nutmeg
Mixed Spice
Cinnamon
What is the national flower of South Africa?
Rose
Protea
Jacaranda
Daisy
In 1956, 20000 women marched to this place to present a petition against the carrying of passes
Kimberley
Cape Town Harbour
Durban
The Union Buildings of Pretoria
In 1976 an iconic image of a 13 year old boy who died during the Soweto protest was published around the world. Name the boy.
Nelson Mandela
Nkosi Johnson
Ryan Wayne White
Hector Pieterson
Which famous South African received a Nobel Peace Prize in 1984?
FW De Klerk
Nelson Mandela
Desmond Tutu
FW De Klerk and Nelson Mandela
How long was Nelson Mandela in prison for?
29 years
24 years
27 years
None of the above
South Africa's constitution prohibits discrimination on the basis of...
Race
Religion
Sexual Orientation
All of the above
The national bird of SA is the...
Blue Crane
Bokmakierie
African penguin
African fish eagle
The animals known as the "Big Five" are ...
Lion, Leopard, Springbok, Rhino, Elephant
Buffalo, Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Gemsbok
Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Elephant, Buffalo
Leopard, Lion, Snake, Elephant, Rhino
Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for his efforts in ending Apartheid. Who shared the prize with him?
No one
Jacob Zuma
FW De Klerk
Thabo Mbeki
Which of the following is the order of South African presidents since the end of Apartheid?
Mandela, Mbeki, Motlanthe, Zuma, Ramaphosa
Mandela, FW De Klerk, Mbeki, Zuma, Ramaphosa
Mandela, Zuma, Mbeki, Malema, Ramaphosa
Mandela, Hani, Mbeki, Zuma, Ramaphosa
April 27 marks the anniversary of the election of the first democratic president in SA. It is celebrated as a national holiday. What is this holiday called?
Mandela Day
Freedom Day
Youth Day
Family Day
South Africa is known for its diversity and is called the...
Big Apple
Sunshine Nation
Springbok Nation
Rainbow Nation
After demonstrations against Pass Laws, 69 people were killed on 21 March 1960. This day is known as...
Freedom Day
The Sharpeville Massacre
Youth Day
Nelson Mandela Day
Which European power was the first to establish a large presence in the Cape in 1962?
Spanish
Dutch
German
British
The oldest building in SA is...
The Union Buildings in Pretoria
Constitutional Court
Castle of Good Hope
The national SA flag's design was inspired by the motto "Unity is strength". It is composed of ... different colours.
6
11
8
3
