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TERM 3 MODULE 23: The Zulu Kingdom and the colony of Natal

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What was the primary reason for the tensions that led to the Anglo-Zulu War?

a)

Religious conflicts

b)

Control over trade routes

c)

Land disputes and control

d)

Land disputes and control

2.

Which battle during the Anglo-Zulu War caught the British forces off guard due to a surprise Zulu attack?

a)

Battle of Khambula

b)

Battle of Gingindlovu

c)

Battle of Rorke's Drift

d)

Battle of Isandlwana

3.

What was the significance of the "bull and horn" formation used by the Zulus?

a)

A formation for farming activities

b)

A ceremonial dance

c)

A battle tactic involving a frontal attack and flanking movement

4.

What happened after the Battle of Ulundi in 1879?

a)

The British army was defeated.

b)

King Cetshwayo surrendered peacefully

c)

The Zulu kingdom united under a new leader

d)

The Zulu kingdom was divided into 13 British-controlled areas.

5.

The Battle of Isandlwana resulted in a crushing defeat for the Zulu warriors due to their lack of strategic planning

a)

True

b)

False

6.

True or False: The British established a mission station in Rorke's Drift to provide medical aid to wounded Zulu warriors.

a)

True

b)

False

7.

True or False: The Zulus had superior weaponry and training compared to the British forces during the Anglo-Zulu War.

a)

True

b)

False

8.

True or False: The British government accepted King Cetshwayo's peace proposal after their defeats in various battles.

a)

True

b)

False

9.

Indentured Indians were only employed on sugar cane farms.

a)

True

b)

False

10.

King Cetshwayo rejected the ultimatum the British Empire sent them.

a)

True

b)

Falso