Question
In 1910, the colonies of Transvaal, the Orange Free State, Cape Colony, and Natal were united to form the Union of South Africa. Which of the following statements is true regarding the Union of South Africa?
A.
Blacks had more political power than whites.
B.
Blacks and whites did not have equal rights.
C.
All people living there were given an equal share of land.
D.
All people were given British citizenship.
A.
Blacks had more political power than whites.
B.
Blacks and whites did not have equal rights.
C.
All people living there were given an equal share of land.
D.
All people were given British citizenship.
Answers
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The correct statement regarding the Union of South Africa is:
B. Blacks and whites did not have equal rights.
After the formation of the Union in 1910, the political system was structured to favor white South Africans, and systematic discrimination against black South Africans was established through various laws and policies.
B. Blacks and whites did not have equal rights.
After the formation of the Union in 1910, the political system was structured to favor white South Africans, and systematic discrimination against black South Africans was established through various laws and policies.