How well do you know your Youth Day history?

An emotional scene depicting the Soweto Uprising with students holding banners, police presence, and a snapshot of Hector Pieterson's iconic photograph in a historical context.

Test Your Knowledge of Youth Day History

Are you ready to dive into the significant events surrounding Youth Day? This quiz will challenge your understanding of this important moment in history.

Key Highlights:

  • Learn about the youth protests in South Africa.
  • Discover the pivotal figures of the event.
  • Test your knowledge with multiple-choice questions.
11 Questions3 MinutesCreated by EngagingHistory199
What date is Youth Day?
16 June
17 June
18 June
What happened on this day?
School children held a protest
The country held a protest
Where did this event take place?
Midrand
Gauteng
Soweto
What year did this event take place?
1994
1975
1976
Where were the masses on their way to?
Ellis Park Stadium
Orlando Stadium
FNB Stadium
Was there police brutality?
Yes
No
What caused the violent outbreak?
Someone threw a brick
A shot was fired into the crowd
What was the officers name that fired the first shot?
Sergeant Hattingh
Sergeant Hertzog
Who was the first child killed?
Hector Pieterson
Hastings Ndlovu
Who was the child killed in the iconic photograph
Hastings Ndlovu
Hector Pieterson
What was the photographers name that took the picture?
Alf Kumalo
Ernest Cole
Sam Nzima
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