Term 2 May 2016 Flashcards
What is Mandela known worldwide for? Why is he popular?
Wanted to end racism Stayed in jail for peace Prepared to die for peace He cared about people Good leadership and kindness
What is Nelson Mandela’s real name?
Rolihlahla Mandela
Where was Nelson Mandela born?
Mveso in the Eastern Cape
When was Nelson Mandela born and when did he die?
1918 - 2013
What did Nelson Mandela study to become and what year?
1942 - Lawyer
What year did Nelson Mandela join the ANC?
1944
What does ANC stand for?
African National Congress
What does tried for treason mean?
Going against the country’s rules
What did Nelson Mandela do in 1961 after he was acquitted?
He went underground (planning in secret) and started a gurrilla army called Umkohonto weSizer (Spear of the Nation)
What was Nelson Mandela arrested for?
Leaving the country illegally
Making people strike
How many years did Nelson Mandela spend in Prison?
27
Where did Nelson Mandela spend most of his prison life?
Robben Island
Name 2 other prisons that Nelson Mandela was sent to.
1984 - Pollsmoor Prison - Cape Town
1998 - Victor Verster - Paarl
What year was Nelson Mandela released from prison?
1990
What year did Nelson Mandela become president of the ANC?
1991