The Sharpeville Massacre of 1960 was a turning point in the struggle against apartheid because...

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The Sharpeville Massacre of 1960 was a turning point in the struggle against apartheid because it led to

A. Increased support for apartheid policies
B. The banning of the African National Congress (ANC) and Pan Africanist Congress (PAC)
C. International recognition of South Africa's independence
D. The immediate end of apartheid

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation

The correct answer is Increased support for apartheid policies. The Sharpeville Massacre of 1960, where 69 people were killed by police during a peaceful protest, led to increased international condemnation of apartheid policies and
increased support for the anti-apartheid movement.

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