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    In what country was Nelson Mandela born?

    • South Africa
    • Africa
    • United States
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Do you know anything about Nelson Mandela? He was an anti-apartheid protester in South Africa. Apartheid was a system of the government program that brutally discriminated against in opposition to black people, and he finished 27 years in jail for resisting the apartheid. When he came out, he became the first black president of South Africa. Take this quiz and view how much you know about Nelson Mandela.

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  • 2. 
    What did Nelson spend much of his early life fighting for? - ProProfs

    What did Nelson spend much of his early life fighting for?

    • To make sure black people had the same rights as white people

    • To cure HIV

    • To end slavery

    Correct Answer
    A. To make sure black people had the same rights as white people
    Explanation
    Nelson spent much of his early life fighting for equal rights for black people. This suggests that he was actively involved in advocating for the rights of black individuals and working towards eliminating racial discrimination.

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  • 3. 
    How many years did Nelson Mandela spend in a prison? - ProProfs

    How many years did Nelson Mandela spend in a prison?

    • 10 years

    • He never got out of prison

    • 27 years

    Correct Answer
    A. 27 years
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela spent 27 years in prison. This is a well-known fact about his life. Mandela was imprisoned for his anti-apartheid activism and was released in 1990 after serving his sentence. During his time in prison, Mandela became a symbol of resistance against apartheid and his imprisonment played a significant role in the eventual dismantling of the apartheid system in South Africa.

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  • 4. 

    Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela became the first black president of South Africa, which is a well-known fact in history. Mandela, a prominent anti-apartheid activist, fought against racial segregation and inequality in South Africa. After spending 27 years in prison for his activism, Mandela was released and went on to become the country's first black president in 1994. His presidency marked a significant milestone in South African history, symbolizing the end of apartheid and the beginning of a new era of democracy and equality.

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  • 5. 
    What sport did Nelson Mandela specifically want to win the World Cup for South Africa? - ProProfs

    What sport did Nelson Mandela specifically want to win the World Cup for South Africa?

    • Basketball

    • Soccer

    • Rugby

    Correct Answer
    A. Rugby
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela specifically wanted to win the World Cup for South Africa in rugby. This can be attributed to the fact that Mandela recognized the power of sports in bringing people together and promoting national unity. Rugby held a special significance in South Africa as it was historically associated with racial divisions and apartheid. Mandela saw the opportunity to use the sport as a means to bridge racial divides and unite the nation. His support for the South African rugby team during the 1995 Rugby World Cup played a significant role in fostering reconciliation and promoting a sense of national pride.

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  • 6. 

    Nelson Mandela profession was________________

    • Accountant

    • Teacher

    • Doctor

    • Attorney

    Correct Answer
    A. Attorney
    Explanation
    Nelson Mandela's profession was an attorney. This is because Mandela trained and practiced as a lawyer before becoming involved in politics and activism. He studied law at the University of Fort Hare and the University of Witwatersrand and went on to establish the first black law firm in South Africa. Mandela used his legal knowledge and skills to fight against apartheid and advocate for human rights, eventually becoming a prominent leader in the anti-apartheid movement.

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  • 7. 
    The South African team lost to New Zealand and did not win the World Cup. - ProProfs

    The South African team lost to New Zealand and did not win the World Cup.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that the South African team lost to New Zealand and did not win the World Cup. However, the answer is False, which means that the statement is not true. This implies that either the South African team did not lose to New Zealand or they did win the World Cup.

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  • 8. 

    Who gave the name Rolihlahla at the birth of Nelson Mandela?

    • Mother 

    • Teacher

    • Father 

    • Minister

    Correct Answer
    A. Teacher
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "Teacher." The name Rolihlahla was given to Nelson Mandela by his teacher when he started attending school. This name means "troublemaker" in Xhosa, one of the languages spoken in South Africa. It was a common practice during that time for teachers to give African students English names as a way to make it easier for them to pronounce and remember. Nelson Mandela later adopted the name Nelson, given to him by another teacher, and became widely known by this name.

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