Nelson Mandela Day Quiz

When is Nelson Mandela Day celebrated?

• January 1st
• July 18th
• December 5th
• April 27th

What is the main purpose of Nelson Mandela International Day?

• To celebrate Mandela's life
• To raise awareness of poverty
• To promote peace and reconciliation
• To raise awareness of human rights

On this day, the Mandela Foundation asks people to help their communities in one of these areas: education and literacy, food and nutrition, shelter and housing, sanitation and active citizenship.

• TRUE
• FALSE

What was the official policy of racial segregation in South Africa from 1948 to 1994?

• Apartheid
• Segregation
• Discrimination
• Racism

In 1943, Nelson Mandela joined an anti-apartheid movement.

What was its name?

• The African National Congress
• The South African National Congress
• The African People's Congress
• The South African People's Congress

Why was Nelson Mandela arrested?

• For leading a peaceful protest
• For inciting a violent revolution
• For advocating for racial equality
• For refusing to pay taxes

How long did Nelson Mandela spend in prison?

• 19 years
• 23 years
• 27 years
• 37 years

While Nelson Mandela was in prison, people forgot about him and his activities.

• TRUE
• FALSE

In 1991, Nelson Mandela and South African president F.W. de Klerk worked together to set up a new political system.

• TRUE
• FALSE

How long was Nelson Mandela president of South Africa?

• 5 years
• 10 years
• 15 years
• 20 years

What is the name of the autobiography written by Nelson Mandela?

• Long Walk to Freedom
• The Struggle is My Life
• A Long Way to Freedom
• The Long Road to Freedom

What is the name of the award given in honour of Nelson Mandela?

• Nelson Mandela Peace Award
• Nelson Mandela Award
• Nelson Mandela Peace Medal
• Nelson Mandela Prize

What was Nelson Mandela's native language?

• Zulu
• Xhosa
• English
• Sepedi

Nelson Mandela cherished books and literacy and promoted reading over sports.

• TRUE
• FALSE