How Well Do You Know Nelson Mandela?

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    Where was Nelson Mandela born?

    • North Africa
    • South Africa
    • Asia
    • Europe
    • South America
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How well do you know Nelson Mandela? Well, here in this quiz, we are going to ask you a few questions about the former President of South Africa. He is widely regarded as the father of South Africa and a civil rights leader who fought against the Apartheid government. He rose to popularity as the voice of people who were disadvantaged by the racial segregation system. So, let's see how much do you know about him.

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  • 2. 

    Why did Nelson Mandela go to jail?

    • For illegally downloading copyrighted music

    • For not paying his taxes

    • For littering in public

    • He led protests wanting black and white people to have equal rights

    Correct Answer
    A. He led protests wanting black and white people to have equal rights
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela went to jail because he led protests advocating for equal rights between black and white people. His activism and leadership in the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa posed a threat to the discriminatory policies of the government at that time. As a result, he was arrested and imprisoned for his efforts to bring about social justice and equality.

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  • 3. 

    After being released from prison, what was his new career?

    • Governor

    • President of South Africa

    • Coach of the National Rugby Team

    • Banker

    Correct Answer
    A. President of South Africa
    Explanation
    After being released from prison, the individual mentioned in the question pursued a new career as the president of South Africa. This suggests that he transitioned from a life of imprisonment to a position of political leadership and authority in the country. This career change highlights his significant impact and influence on the nation's governance and signifies a shift towards a more prominent and influential role in the post-prison phase of his life.

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  • 4. 

    What was Mandela's original first name?

    • Swensalah

    • Cumba

    • Rolihlahla

    • Kambula

    Correct Answer
    A. Rolihlahla
    Explanation
    Mandela's original first name was Rolihlahla. This name has significance as it means "pulling the branch of a tree" or "troublemaker" in the Xhosa language. Mandela's name was later changed to Nelson by his teacher, as was the custom for African students to have English names in school. Mandela is widely known by his later name, Nelson Mandela, due to his significant role in fighting against apartheid in South Africa and becoming the country's first black president.

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  • 5. 

    How long was Nelson Mandela kept in jail?

    • 2 years

    • 12 years

    • 27 years

    • 29 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 27 years
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela was kept in jail for 27 years. This lengthy imprisonment was a result of his activism against apartheid in South Africa. Mandela was a prominent leader of the African National Congress (ANC) and was arrested in 1962 for conspiring to overthrow the government. He was initially sentenced to five years in prison but his sentence was later increased to life imprisonment. Mandela spent the majority of his time in jail on Robben Island before being transferred to other prisons. He was finally released in 1990, after years of international pressure and negotiations, and went on to become the first black President of South Africa in 1994.

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  • 6. 

    How old would Nelson Mandela have been in 2020?

    • 102-years-old

    • 99-years-old

    • 88-years-old

    • 85-years-old

    Correct Answer
    A. 102-years-old
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela was born on July 18, 1918. To calculate his age in 2020, we subtract his birth year from 2020. Therefore, Mandela would have been 102 years old in 2020.

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  • 7. 

    In what year, was he born?

    • 1912

    • 1918

    • 1929

    • 1924

    Correct Answer
    A. 1918
  • 8. 

    Nelson Mandela is known to have been inspired by Plato (A Greek Philosopher). True or false?

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    False. Nelson Mandela was not known to be specifically inspired by Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher. While Mandela was influenced by various leaders, philosophies, and political ideologies during his life, there is no widely recognized or documented connection between him and Plato's philosophy. Mandela was more directly influenced by figures like Mahatma Gandhi and his own experiences in the struggle against apartheid in South Africa.

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  • 9. 

    When was Nelson Mandela awarded with the Nobel Peace Prizes?

    • 2000

    • 1989

    • 1993

    • 1978

    Correct Answer
    A. 1993
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993. This prestigious award was given to him for his efforts in leading the peaceful transition from apartheid to a democratic society in South Africa. Mandela's leadership and commitment to reconciliation and equality made a significant impact on the country and inspired people around the world. The Nobel Peace Prize recognized his tireless work and dedication to promoting peace and justice.

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    Who did Mandela share the Peace Prize with?

    • Thabo Mbeki

    • F.W. de Klerk

    • Mahatma Gandhi

    • No one

    Correct Answer
    A. F.W. de Klerk
    Explanation
    Mandela shared the Peace Prize with F.W. de Klerk. This is because F.W. de Klerk was the President of South Africa who worked alongside Mandela to end apartheid and bring about democratic reforms in the country. Their joint efforts and negotiations led to the peaceful transition of power and racial equality in South Africa, which earned them the Nobel Peace Prize in 1993.

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