Multiple choice general knowledge history

The African National Congress

  1. Was formed after the age of new imperialism

  2. Was accused of Communist leanings by the South African government

  3. Decreased its activism after Sharpeville Massacre

  4. Had less support from other nations

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The apartheid government frequently accused the ANC of communist sympathies to justify repression and gain Western support during the Cold War. The ANC was formed in 1912 before new imperialism (A), increased activism after Sharpeville (C), and had significant international support (D).