Ch. 24 SEC. 2 South Africa History & Culture

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    South Africa's government set up a policy that separated races into four groups.  This policy was called.

    • Apartheid
    • The ANC
    • Colonialism
    • Townships
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Among the other African cultures of the country are the Sotho, Swazi, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda, Ndebele, and Pedi. South Africa's indigenous culture suffered during the years of apartheid and even native African singers began using English or Afrikaans. Take this review quiz on chapter 24 sec 2 on South Africa history and culture.

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  • 2. 

    Dutch, French, and German settlers and their descendants in South Africa were called

    • Zulu

    • Khoisan

    • Afrikaners

    • Tswana

    Correct Answer
    A. Afrikaners
    Explanation
    Afrikaners refers to the Dutch, French, and German settlers and their descendants in South Africa. They are a distinct ethnic group with their own language, culture, and history. The term "Afrikaners" originated from the Dutch word "Afrikaans," which means "African." This term accurately identifies the specific group of settlers and their descendants in South Africa, distinguishing them from other ethnic groups such as the Zulu, Khoisan, and Tswana.

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  • 3. 

    The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in the region in

    • 1492

    • 1652

    • 1852

    • 1912

    Correct Answer
    A. 1652
    Explanation
    The Dutch were the first Europeans to settle in the region in 1652. This is historically accurate as the Dutch East India Company established a trading post at Cape of Good Hope in 1652, which marked the beginning of Dutch settlement in the region that would later become South Africa. The settlement served as a refreshment station for Dutch ships traveling to the East Indies, and it gradually developed into a colony known as Cape Colony.

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  • 4. 

    The Shona are best known for their stone-walled capital, called

    • The Cape of Good Hope

    • Madagascar

    • Namibia

    • Great Zimbabwe

    Correct Answer
    A. Great Zimbabwe
    Explanation
    The Shona people are well-known for their stone-walled capital, which is referred to as Great Zimbabwe. This historical site is located in present-day Zimbabwe and is renowned for its impressive stone structures, including walls and towers. It served as a political, economic, and cultural center for the Shona civilization, showcasing their advanced architectural and engineering skills. Great Zimbabwe is considered a significant archaeological site and a symbol of Zimbabwean national identity.

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    Which group migrated to Southern Africa about 2,000 years ago?

    • The Boers

    • The Afrikaners

    • The Bantu

    • The Swahili

    Correct Answer
    A. The Bantu
    Explanation
    The Bantu group migrated to Southern Africa about 2,000 years ago. The Bantu people are a diverse group of ethnicities and languages, with a common origin in West Africa. They gradually moved southward, spreading their agricultural practices and ironworking skills. This migration greatly influenced the cultural and linguistic landscape of Southern Africa, as the Bantu people interacted with and assimilated local populations. The Bantu migration is considered one of the largest population movements in history and has had a lasting impact on the region.

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