Question

based on these pie charts, which statement is most accurate? 1. in 1991, 72% of south africans were black. 2. in 1991, blacks’ share of national income was more than whites in south africa. 3. in 1991, asians made up 9% of the racial mix of south africa. 4. in 1991, people of mixed races made up a majority in south africa. 11. based on these pie charts, what conclusion could be drawn? 1. south africa had a popularly elected government. 2. all groups in south africa were treated equally. 3. the south african government practiced apartheid. 4. south africa’s government was based on religious beliefs. 12. based on the information in these pie charts, which statement best describes a problem that south africa faced in 1991? 1. a major part of south africa’s population faced economic inequality. 2. religious and ethnic diversity in south africa has led to conflicts. 3. a decrease in south africa’s population has led to labor shortages. 4. a lack of technology has limited wages for some south africans. 13. the sign to the right was posted on a beach in south africa during a period when 1. the government sought to promote environmental protection 2. a policy of apartheid was being followed 3. migrant laborers and native workers were needed for work on the beach 4. economic development in poor areas was being encouraged 14. which person helped to overturn the message found in the sign? 1. nelson mandela 2. mother teresa 3. aung san suu kyi 4. augusto pinochet

Explanation:

• For question 10: The pie - chart shows that in 1991, 72% of South Africans were black, so this statement is accurate.
• For question 11: The pie - charts and the context of South Africa in 1991 show that apartheid was practiced, as there were racial disparities in population percentages and income shares.
• For question 12: The pie - charts indicate a large black population with a relatively small share of national income, showing economic inequality.
• For question 13: The sign reserving a beach for the white race group is a clear indication of apartheid policies.
• For question 14: Nelson Mandela was a key figure in the fight against apartheid in South Africa and helped to overturn such discriminatory messages.

Answer:

1. 1. In 1991, 72% of South Africans were black.
2. 3. The South African government practiced apartheid.
3. 1. A major part of South Africa’s population faced economic inequality.
4. 2. a policy of apartheid was being followed
5. 1. Nelson Mandela