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Question 1

What is Nelson Mandela’s full name?

Answer 1

Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela

Question 2

When was Nelson Mandela born?

Answer 2

July 18, 1918

Question 3

Where was Nelson Mandela born?

Answer 3

Mvezo, South Africa

Question 4

What was the name of the political party founded by Mandela?

Answer 4

African National Congress (ANC)

Question 5

What was Mandela’s role in the struggle against apartheid?

Answer 5

He was a leader and activist against apartheid.

Question 6

True or False: Nelson Mandela was the first Black president of South Africa.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

In which year did Nelson Mandela become president?

Answer 7

1994

Question 8

What was the name of the prison where Mandela was held for 27 years?

Answer 8

Robben Island

Question 9

What major award did Nelson Mandela receive in 1993?

Answer 9

Nobel Peace Prize

Question 10

Fill in the blank: Mandela was released from prison in _____.

Answer 10

1990

Question 11

What is the significance of the year 1960 in Mandela’s life?

Answer 11

The Sharpeville Massacre occurred, leading to increased activism.

Question 12

What was the name of the armed wing of the ANC that Mandela was involved with?

Answer 12

Umkhonto we Sizwe

Question 13

True or False: Mandela was a lawyer by profession.

Answer 13

True

Question 14

What did Mandela advocate for after his presidency?

Answer 14

Peace and reconciliation

Question 15

Who was Mandela’s wife during his presidency?

Answer 15

Winnie Mandela

Question 16

What was the purpose of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission?

Answer 16

To address the atrocities committed during apartheid.

Question 17

In which city did Mandela give his famous speech upon his release from prison?

Answer 17

Cape Town

Question 18

What year did Nelson Mandela pass away?

Answer 18

2013

Question 19

Fill in the blank: Mandela’s autobiography is titled ‘Long Walk to ____.’

Answer 19

Freedom

Question 20

What was Mandela’s stance on education?

Answer 20

He believed it was the most powerful weapon to change the world.

Question 21

True or False: Mandela was imprisoned for his involvement in peaceful protests only.

Answer 21

False

Question 22

Which international event did Mandela help organize in 1995?

Answer 22

Rugby World Cup

Question 23

What is the name of the South African holiday celebrating Mandela’s birthday?

Answer 23

Nelson Mandela International Day

Question 24

How did Mandela contribute to the fight against HIV/AIDS?

Answer 24

He became an advocate for awareness and treatment.

Question 25

What year did Mandela join the ANC?

Answer 25

1944

Question 26

Fill in the blank: Mandela was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize alongside _____.

Answer 26

F.W. de Klerk

Question 27

What was Mandela's childhood name?

Answer 27

Rolihlahla

Question 28

True or False: Mandela's presidency lasted only one term.

Answer 28

True

Question 29

What was the impact of Mandela's leadership on South Africa?

Answer 29

He helped transition the country to a democratic society.

Question 30

What major global movement was Mandela a part of?

Answer 30

The anti-apartheid movement

Question 31

True or False: Mandela was awarded honorary citizenship by Canada.

Answer 31

True

Question 32

What was the name of the book written about Mandela's life by Richard Stengel?

Answer 32

Mandela's Way

Question 33

Fill in the blank: Mandela's father was a _____.

Answer 33

chief

Question 34

What is the legacy of Nelson Mandela?

Answer 34

He is remembered as a symbol of peace, justice, and reconciliation.

Question 35

What was one of Mandela's famous quotes about education?

Answer 35

Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.