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South Africa and Apartheid — Quiz

Question 17 • World History

Which statement best describes Desmond Tutu?

Answer
A
He was a politician who lifted the long-standing ban on the African National Congress.
B
He was a religious leader who called for international sanctions against South Africa.
C
He was the president of South Africa in 1990 and pushed reforms that ended apartheid.
D
He was sent to prison on various charges for protesting South Africa’s policies of apartheid.

Explanation

Desmond Tutu was an Anglican religious leader and a prominent opponent of apartheid. He urged other countries to use economic and political sanctions to pressure South Africa to end the system. Nelson Mandela was imprisoned for protesting apartheid, and F. W. de Klerk—not Tutu—led the government reforms that helped bring apartheid to an end.

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