Africa in the Cold War (Grade 12 NSC Matric History): Quizzes
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During which period did the Cold War take place?
During which period did the Cold War take place?
1945-1991
What are proxy wars?
What are proxy wars?
Conflicts where major powers support sides
Which movement did the USSR support in Angola?
Which movement did the USSR support in Angola?
MPLA
What was the USA's strategy to limit Soviet influence in Africa called?
What was the USA's strategy to limit Soviet influence in Africa called?
Containment
During Stage 2 (1975-1977), where did Cuba send combat troops?
During Stage 2 (1975-1977), where did Cuba send combat troops?
Angola
How many technicians did China send to Africa?
How many technicians did China send to Africa?
150,000 technicians
What was the TAZARA railway project?
What was the TAZARA railway project?
A Tanzania-Zambia railway line
Which sea route did South Africa claim to protect during the Cold War?
Which sea route did South Africa claim to protect during the Cold War?
Cape of Good Hope
Which group did the USA support in Angola?
Which group did the USA support in Angola?
UNITA and FNLA
Who led Cuba's involvement in spreading revolutionary socialism in Africa?
Who led Cuba's involvement in spreading revolutionary socialism in Africa?
Fidel Castro