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Boer War Flashcards

1
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What years did the First Boer War take place?

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1880 to 1881

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True or False: The Second Boer War was fought between 1899 and 1902.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The First Boer War was also known as the ______ War.

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Anglo-Boer

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What were the main Boer republics involved in the Boer War?

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The South African Republic (Transvaal) and the Orange Free State.

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What was one of the primary causes of the Second Boer War?

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Disputes over British control and governance in the Boer republics.

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Multiple Choice: Which British leader was in power during the Second Boer War?

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Cecil Rhodes

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What was the significance of the Battle of Majuba Hill?

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It was a decisive Boer victory in the First Boer War.

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True or False: The British used concentration camps during the Second Boer War.

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True

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What was the outcome of the Treaty of Vereeniging?

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It ended the Second Boer War and placed the Boer republics under British control.

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Fill in the blank: The policy of ______ aimed at assimilating the Boer population after the war.

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British imperialism

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What was the impact of the Boer War on British public opinion?

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It led to criticism of British military tactics and the use of concentration camps.

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Multiple Choice: Which battle is considered the turning point of the Second Boer War?

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The Battle of Spion Kop

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What was one effect of the Boer War on South Africa’s future?

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It contributed to the eventual establishment of the Union of South Africa in 1910.

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True or False: The term ‘scorched earth’ was used during the Boer War.

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True

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What was the primary military strategy employed by the Boers?

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Guerrilla warfare.

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16
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Fill in the blank: The ______ was a major reason for the British defeat in the early stages of the Boer War.

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underestimation of Boer military capabilities

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17
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What role did the press play during the Boer War?

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It influenced public opinion and reported on the conditions in concentration camps.

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18
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Multiple Choice: Who was the famous British General known for his role in the Second Boer War?

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Lord Roberts

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What year did the Second Boer War officially end?

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1902

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True or False: The Boer War was a conflict primarily over land disputes.

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False

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What was the significance of the Battle of Colenso?

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It was a significant British defeat early in the Second Boer War.

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22
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Fill in the blank: The ______ was the British military response to the Boer guerrilla tactics.

A

Blockhouse system

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What was the role of the Orange Free State during the Boer War?

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It was one of the main Boer republics that fought against British forces.

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Multiple Choice: Which event triggered the start of the Second Boer War?

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The Jameson Raid

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True or False: The Boer War resulted in the independence of the Boer republics.

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False

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What was the significance of the Battle of Paardeberg?

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It was a major British victory that led to the surrender of Boer General Cronje.

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27
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Fill in the blank: The British used ______ to control the Boer population during the war.

A

concentration camps

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What was the primary goal of the British during the Boer War?

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To gain control over the Boer republics and secure British interests in South Africa.

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29
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Multiple Choice: Who was the leader of the South African Republic during the Boer War?

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Paul Kruger

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30
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True or False: The Boer War was viewed as a ‘just war’ by the British government.

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False

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What was the impact of the Boer War on international relations?

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It strained relations between Britain and other European powers, particularly Germany.

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32
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Fill in the blank: The ______ Conference was held to address the aftermath of the Boer War.

A

Peace

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33
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What was the role of the Commonwealth during the Boer War?

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Some Commonwealth nations sent troops to support Britain.

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34
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major consequence of the Boer War?

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Increased Boer nationalism

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35
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True or False: The Boer War had no impact on the future of British colonial policy.

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False

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36
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What year was the Treaty of Vereeniging signed?

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1902

37
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Fill in the blank: The British victory in the Boer War solidified their control over ______.

A

South Africa

38
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What was the significance of the Siege of Mafeking?

A

It became a symbol of British resistance and morale during the war.

39
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes the Boer War?

A

A conflict between British colonial forces and Afrikaner settlers.

40
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True or False: The Boer War was characterized by traditional battlefield tactics.

A

False

41
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What was the primary economic motivation behind British interest in the Boer republics?

A

The discovery of gold and diamonds.

42
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ was a British military campaign aimed at defeating the Boer guerrillas.

A

Second phase of the war

43
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What was the role of the Orange Free State in the First Boer War?

A

It supported the South African Republic against British forces.

44
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Multiple Choice: Who was a notable Boer leader during the Second Boer War?

A

Louis Botha

45
Q

True or False: The Boer War led to significant changes in military tactics worldwide.

A

True

46
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What was the impact of the Boer War on South African society?

A

It deepened divisions between English and Afrikaans speakers.

47
Q

Fill in the blank: The British employed ______ to gather intelligence during the Boer War.

A

scouts and spies

48
Q

What was the public’s reaction in Britain to the Boer War?

A

It was initially supportive but became increasingly critical as the war dragged on.

49
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Multiple Choice: Which battle is known for the use of trench warfare by the Boers?

A

The Battle of Colenso

50
Q

True or False: The Boer War ended with the independence of the Boer republics.

A

False

51
Q

What was the significance of Lord Kitchener’s tactics during the war?

A

He implemented a scorched earth policy and used concentration camps.

52
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ was a key diplomatic agreement that followed the Boer War.

A

Treaty of Vereeniging

53
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What role did women play during the Boer War?

A

Women served as nurses and some even fought alongside men.

54
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Multiple Choice: What was one of the main reasons for the British defeat in the early stages of the Second Boer War?

A

Underestimating Boer resolve and tactics.

55
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True or False: The Boer War was the first modern war.

A

True

56
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What was one of the long-term effects of the Boer War on British imperial policy?

A

It led to a reconsideration of military strategies and colonial governance.

57
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Fill in the blank: The ______ was a significant battle that showcased Boer guerrilla tactics.

A

Battle of Spion Kop

58
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What was the British military’s main objective in the Boer War?

A

To subdue the Boer republics and assert British dominance.

59
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Multiple Choice: Which battle marked the end of organized Boer resistance?

A

The Battle of Rooiwal

60
Q

True or False: The Boer War resulted in the creation of the Union of South Africa.

A

True

61
Q

What was the impact of the Boer War on British military recruitment?

A

It led to changes in recruitment policies and soldier training.

62
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Fill in the blank: The ______ was a significant factor in the British victory in the Second Boer War.

A

Superior resources and manpower

63
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What was the significance of the Battle of Diamond Hill?

A

It was one of the last major battles of the Second Boer War.

64
Q

What were the two main Boer Wars fought between?

A

The British Empire and the Boer Republics of the Transvaal and the Orange Free State.

65
Q

When did the First Boer War take place?

A

From 1880 to 1881.

66
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What was the main cause of the Second Boer War?

A

Disputes over the rights of British settlers in the Boer republics and the desire for control over the gold-rich Transvaal.

67
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True or False: The First Boer War ended with a British victory.

A

False.

68
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Fill in the blank: The Battle of __________ was a significant engagement during the First Boer War that resulted in a Boer victory.

A

Majuba Hill.

69
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What year did the Second Boer War begin?

A

1899.

70
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Which battle is considered the first major engagement of the Second Boer War?

A

The Battle of Talana Hill.

71
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Multiple Choice: What was the British strategy during the Second Boer War? A) Guerrilla Warfare B) Blockade C) Conventional Warfare D) Naval Assault

A

C) Conventional Warfare.

72
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What tactics did the Boers primarily use during the Second Boer War?

A

Guerrilla tactics.

73
Q

True or False: The Siege of Ladysmith was part of the First Boer War.

A

False.

74
Q

What was the outcome of the Battle of Colenso?

A

A Boer victory.

75
Q

Fill in the blank: The Treaty of __________ officially ended the Second Boer War.

A

Vereeniging.

76
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What was one significant consequence of the Boer Wars for the British Empire?

A

The establishment of the Union of South Africa in 1910.

77
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following was a major battle during the Second Boer War? A) Battle of Isandlwana B) Battle of Spion Kop C) Battle of Rorke’s Drift D) Battle of Majuba Hill

A

B) Battle of Spion Kop.

78
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What year did the Battle of Spion Kop occur?

A

1900.

79
Q

True or False: The Boer forces were primarily composed of professional soldiers.

A

False.

80
Q

What role did the British concentration camps play during the Boer War?

A

They were used to detain Boer civilians and resulted in high mortality rates due to disease and malnutrition.

81
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ was a key strategy used by the British to combat Boer guerrilla tactics.

A

scorched earth policy.

82
Q

What was the impact of the Boer Wars on British public opinion?

A

It led to criticism of the British military and government due to the perceived mishandling of the wars.

83
Q

Which general was known for his leadership during the Second Boer War on the British side?

A

Lord Roberts.

84
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What was the significance of the Battle of Paardeberg?

A

It marked a turning point in the Second Boer War with a decisive British victory.

85
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Multiple Choice: Who was the leader of the Boer forces during the Second Boer War? A) Jan Smuts B) Paul Kruger C) Louis Botha D) Both B and C

A

D) Both B and C.

86
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What was the primary objective of the British during the Boer Wars?

A

To consolidate control over the Boer republics and secure British interests in South Africa.

87
Q

True or False: The Boer Wars were primarily fought in urban areas.

A

False.

88
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What was one reason for the high casualty rates among Boer civilians during the war?

A

The use of concentration camps by the British.

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