Answers HHS MA-World History II B-CR Unit Test — Unit testQuestion 14

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Question 14 • HHS MA-World History II B-CR

Which statement best describes Frederik W. de Klerk?

Answer

A

He was sent to prison on various charges for protesting South Africa’s policies of apartheid.

B

He was the president of South Africa in 1990 and pushed reforms that ended apartheid.

C

He was the first Black Anglican archbishop of Cape Town and a Nobel Peace Prize honoree.

D

He was a leader in the African National Congress and became the first Black president of South Africa.

Explanation

Frederik W. de Klerk was president of South Africa in 1990. He lifted restrictions on anti-apartheid organizations and released Nelson Mandela, helping begin the reforms that brought apartheid to an end. Choice B correctly describes his role.

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