Nelson Mandela biography

Nelson Mandela was a South African activist and politician, who was
convicted to life in prison in 1962 for trying to overthrow the
apartheid government. He got out of prison in 1990 after apartheid
ended. Mandela used his popularity and charisma to become
President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999.

After his presidency, Nelson Mandela continued to fight for equality

and justice. Even retirement couldn’t stop Mandela from speaking his
mind to people all over the world.

He became a popular speaker who toured the world, inspiring people

with his message. Nelson Mandela received many awards during his
life, including the Nobel Peace Prize and the Presidential Medal of
Freedom. He fathered six children during his life. He passed
away on December 5, 2013 at the age of 95. 

1. Did Nelson Mandela support apartheid?

¿Nelson Mandela apoyó el apartheid?

o  Yes, he did

o  No, he didn't

o  Probably
2. Mandela was the president of South Africa for _____________.

  five years

  seven years

  four years

3. The word “prison” is close in meaning to:

  Sanatorium

  Dormitory
   Jail

4. Which of the following statements IS NOT true?

  Mandela was a charismatic and popular political leader.

  Mandela received only two awards in his life: the Nobel Peace
Prize and the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

  Mandela spoke before audiences around the world about

justice and equality.

5. The expression “He passed away” is close in meaning to:

  He surrendered

  He died

  He left