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Gqeberha History and Landmarks
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Gqeberha History and Landmarks
Gqeberha History and Landmarks
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1
Question
What is the newly designated name for the city previously known as Port Elizabeth?
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The city has been renamed Gqeberha.
2
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In what year was the city of Port Elizabeth officially renamed Gqeberha?
Page 2
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The renaming occurred in \(2021\).
3
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What is the historical or geographic reference for the name Gqeberha?
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It is the isiXhosa name for the Baakens River.
4
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Which specific river flows through the city of Gqeberha?
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The Baakens River flows through Gqeberha.
5
Question
Where exactly did the \(1820\) Settlers land upon arrival?
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They landed near the mouth of the Baakens River.
6
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What is the updated name of the Port Elizabeth International Airport?
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It was renamed Chief David Stuurman International Airport.
7
Question
Who was Chief David Stuurman in South African history?
Page 3
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He was a Khoi leader who fought against Dutch and British rule.
8
Question
In which bay is the city of Gqeberha situated?
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Gqeberha is situated in Algoa Bay.
9
Question
What is the general definition of a port in a maritime context?
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A port is a harbour where ships arrive and depart.
10
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Who was the namesake for the city of Port Elizabeth?
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The city was named after Lady Elizabeth Donkin.
11
Question
What monument was constructed at the Donkin Reserve to honor Lady Elizabeth Donkin?
Page 5
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A pyramid was built in her memory.
12
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Why are there no buildings constructed on the land of the Donkin Reserve?
Page 5
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Sir Rufane Donkin requested that the land be protected from building.
13
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Who served as the inaugural minister of St Mary's Cathedral?
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Rev. Francis McCleland was the first minister.
14
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When was St Mary's Cathedral officially founded?
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It was founded on \(26\) April \(1824\).
15
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On which date was the first foundation stone of St Mary's Cathedral laid?
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The stone was laid on \(5\) October \(1825\).
16
Question
What major disaster struck St Mary's Cathedral in \(1895\)?
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The church was destroyed by fire.
17
Question
Following its destruction, when did St Mary's Cathedral reopen for services?
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The church reopened on \(6\) September \(1896\).
18
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What was the strategic reason for constructing Fort Frederick on a hill?
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It allowed soldiers to see enemies approaching.
19
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Where did the soldiers stationed at Fort Frederick reside?
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Soldiers lived in barracks.
20
Question
Which river can be observed from the vantage point of Fort Frederick?
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The Baakens River can be seen from Fort Frederick.
21
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Besides a river, what body of water is visible from Fort Frederick?
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Algoa Bay can be seen from Fort Frederick.
22
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What was the purpose of erecting the Horse Memorial?
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It was erected in memory of horses that died during the Second Boer War.
23
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How many horses are estimated to have died during the Second Boer War, as noted in the memorial's history?
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More than \(300,000\) horses died.
24
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Who was instrumental in organizing the creation of the Horse Memorial?
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Mrs Harriett Meyer helped organize it.
25
Question
In what year was the historic house at No. \(7\) Castle Hill constructed?
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It was built in \(1825\).
26
Question
For whom was the house at No. \(7\) Castle Hill originally built?
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It was built for Rev. Francis McCleland.
27
Question
What did early settlers use for lighting before the availability of electricity?
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Settlers used candles and oil-burning lamps.
28
Question
What was the primary material used by settlers to make candles?
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Candles were made from animal fat.
29
Question
What tools did settlers utilize to start fires before the invention of matches?
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They used a flint stone and tinder box.
30
Question
What is the definition of integrity within the context of leadership?
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Integrity means doing the right thing even when nobody is watching.