Conflict between the KhoiKhoi and the San Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What was the main source of conflict?
A
Competition for game
2
Q
Why was the KhoiKhoi’s cattle a problem?
A
The cattle riped the pastures, which the game was dependent on
3
Q
What is a pasture?
A
A land covered with grass
4
Q
What did the San do when they watched the game disapear?
A
They killed the animals that took place of the game
5
Q
How long did this conflict last?
A
Many centuries
6
Q
Name the three choices the San had
A
-Flee the fighting and retreat to deserted areas
-Establish themselves into bands of robbers which raided the cattle of the KhoiKhoi
-Make peace with the KhoiKhoi and enter thei society as sevrvants, hunters, herders and warriors
