The Boer War: A Comprehensive Guide for Year 4 History Students

Question 1

Who fought against each other in the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

The British Empire and the Boer republics

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The British Empire and the Zulu Kingdom

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The French Empire and the Boer republics

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The Portuguese Empire and the Zulu Kingdom

Question 2

Which of these was NOT a cause of the Boer War?

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French rivalry in South Africa

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Discovery of gold and diamonds in South Africa

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Boer desire for independence from British rule

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British desire to expand their empire

Question 3

Which group fought against the British Empire in the Boer War?

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The Boer republics

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The Zulu Nation

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The French Republic

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The German Empire

Question 4

What type of camps did the British establish to hold Boer civilians during the war?

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Internment Camps

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Death Camps

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Prisoner of War Camps

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Reform Schools

Question 5

Who was the British general who led the campaign against the Boers?

Accepted Answer

Lord Roberts

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Lord Salisbury

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Lord Kitchener

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Lord Baden-Powell

Question 6

Which tactic did the Boers employ to fight against the British?

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Guerrilla warfare

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Trench warfare

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Cavalry charges

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Naval warfare

Question 7

Why did the Boer War start?

Accepted Answer

Gold and diamonds were found in South Africa.

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Britain wanted to expand its empire.

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The Boers attacked British people in South Africa.

Question 8

Who fought against the British Empire in the Boer War?

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The Boer republics

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The Zulu Kingdom

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The French Empire

Question 9

How did the Boers fight the British?

Accepted Answer

Used fast attacks and hiding in the countryside.

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Built trenches and fought from underground.

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Charged on horseback with swords.

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Blocked ships from entering their ports.

Question 10

Who was a famous British leader in the Boer War?

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Lord Kitchener

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Winston Churchill

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David Lloyd George

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Herbert Asquith

Question 11

Who led the British army during the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Lord Roberts

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Winston Churchill

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Alfred Milner

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Rudyard Kipling

Question 12

Which battle was a major turning point in the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Battle of Paardeberg

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Battle of Spion Kop

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Battle of Ladysmith

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Battle of Isandlwana

Question 13

Where were Boer women and children kept during the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Concentration camps

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Internment camps

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Refugee camps

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Prisoner of war camps

Question 14

What was the name of the agreement that ended the Boer War?

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Treaty of Vereeniging

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Treaty of Ghent

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Treaty of Paris

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Treaty of Berlin

Question 15

How did the Boers fight the British?

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Guerrilla tactics

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Trench warfare

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Cavalry charges

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Air warfare

Question 16

Why did the British Empire get involved in the Boer War?

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To protect its interests in South Africa

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To support the Boer republics

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To remain neutral

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To invade the Zulu Kingdom

Question 17

Which of these is NOT a legacy of the Boer War?

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The formation of the United Nations

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Racial segregation in South Africa

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The development of concentration camps

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The rise of African nationalism

Question 18

What was the main reason for the tensions between the British and the Boers?

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Discovery of valuable resources in South Africa

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Boer attacks on British settlements

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British control over trade routes

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German support for the Boers

Question 19

Who was the commander of the British forces during the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Lord Kitchener

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Winston Churchill

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Alfred Milner

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Cecil Rhodes

Question 20

What was the significance of the Battle of Spion Kop?

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A heavy defeat for the British

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A significant victory for the British

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A battle that turned the tide of the war

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The final battle of the war

Question 21

In what year did the Boer War end?

Accepted Answer

1902

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1899

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1905

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1910

Question 22

What was the main reason for the British victory in the Boer War?

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Disunity and limited resources among the Boers

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Better weapons and technology

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Larger army size

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Support from other countries

Question 23

How did the Boer War affect Britain's reputation?

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It damaged Britain's standing internationally

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It strengthened Britain's power and authority

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It had no significant impact on Britain's image

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It led to the formation of new alliances

Question 24

Which of the following was a key feature of the Boer War?

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Boer use of guerrilla tactics

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Use of trench warfare

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Large-scale urban battles

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Intervention by other European powers

Question 25

What was the long-term impact of the Boer War on South Africa?

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It created a lasting division between different groups

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It led to a united nation

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It has been largely forgotten

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It resulted in a new government

Question 26

Which battle was a turning point in the Boer War, leading to a British victory?

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The Battle of Paardeberg

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The Battle of Spion Kop

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The Siege of Kimberley

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The Relief of Ladysmith

Question 27

What did the British call the camps where they kept Boer women and children?

Accepted Answer

Concentration camps

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Prison camps

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Refugee camps

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Internment camps

Question 28

Which of the following was NOT a result of the Boer War?

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The rise of Mahatma Gandhi

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The establishment of the Union of South Africa

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Increased Afrikaner nationalism

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The decline of British power in Africa

Question 29

Who were the Uitlanders?

Accepted Answer

Foreign settlers in the Boer republics who supported British rule

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Boer farmers who opposed British rule

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African tribes who fought on the side of the British

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German mercenaries who fought on the side of the Boers

Question 30

How did the Boer War affect the British Empire?

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It weakened British power and prestige

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It increased support for imperialism

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It had little impact on the British Empire

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It strengthened British control over South Africa

Question 31

What was the main reason for the Boer War?

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The British wanted access to the gold and diamonds found in South Africa.

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The Boers (Dutch settlers in South Africa) launched attacks on British settlements.

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Germany supported the Boers and threatened British control of South Africa.

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France intervened in the conflict, siding with the Boers.

Question 32

In which year did the Boer War begin?

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1899

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1895

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1902

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1905

Question 33

What was the significance of the Siege of Mafeking?

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It was a turning point in the war, boosting British morale.

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It was a major Boer victory that led to the British surrendering.

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It was a minor battle with no significant impact on the war.

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It was the final battle of the Boer War.

Question 34

How did the Boer War contribute to the growth of feelings against imperialism?

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It showed the harsh realities of how colonial powers treated people.

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It proved that the British army was not as strong as people thought.

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It caused tensions between Britain and other European countries.

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It led to the creation of groups that protested against war.

Question 35

Which new military technology played an important role in the Boer War?

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Machine guns

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Submarines

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Rifled artillery

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Aeroplanes for spying on the enemy

Question 36

Who was the famous leader of the Boer forces fighting the British?

Accepted Answer

Paul Kruger

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Winston Churchill

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Alfred Milner

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Mahatma Gandhi

Question 37

Which battle was a turning point in the war, leading to a British victory?

Accepted Answer

Battle of Paardeberg

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Battle of Majuba Hill

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Battle of Spion Kop

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Battle of Ladysmith

Question 38

During the war, many Boer women and children were held in:

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Concentration camps

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Camps controlled by the British

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Prisons in London

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Homes of British soldiers

Question 39

The Treaty of Vereeniging is known for:

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Ending the Boer War

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Giving the Boers their independence

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Allowing the Boers to govern themselves

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Creating the Union of South Africa

Question 40

During the Boer War, the United States:

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Stayed neutral

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Supported the British

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Supported the Boers

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Declared war on both sides

Question 41

Which statement about the Boer War is correct?

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It was the first war with war correspondents reporting from the front lines

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It was the first war fought entirely in Africa

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It was the first war to use poison gas

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It was the first war won by an African army

Question 42

What were the effects of the Boer War on the everyday lives of South Africans?

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It caused loss of life, property damage, and displacement.

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It had no impact on people's daily lives.

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It led to the building of new schools and hospitals.

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It brought peace and stability to South Africa.

Question 43

Who were the Boers?

Accepted Answer

Dutch-speaking farmers who lived in South Africa

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British soldiers stationed in South Africa

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German settlers in South Africa

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Native tribes of South Africa

Question 44

Which British general led the British forces in the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Lord Roberts

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Winston Churchill

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Cecil Rhodes

Question 45

Which of the following was a significant battle fought during the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Battle of Spion Kop

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Battle of Waterloo

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Battle of Trafalgar

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Battle of Gettysburg

Question 46

What was the purpose of the concentration camps created by the British during the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

To hold Boer civilians and prisoners of war

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To protect British settlers

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To punish Boer leaders

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To train Boer soldiers

Question 47

What was one of the outcomes of the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

The formation of the Union of South Africa

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German annexation of South Africa

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Independence of the Boer republics

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British withdrawal from South Africa

Question 48

What was the name of the agreement that ended the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Treaty of Vereeniging

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Treaty of Paris

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Treaty of Ghent

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Treaty of Versailles

Question 49

What was the position of the United States during the Boer War?

Accepted Answer

Remained neutral

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Supported the British

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Supported the Boers

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Declared war on both sides

Question 50

How did the Boer War impact world events?

Accepted Answer

It increased tensions between Britain and other European powers

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Boer victory and independence

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British withdrawal from South Africa