What event marked the official end of apartheid in South Afr…

What event marked the official end of apartheid in South Africa?

  1. The release of Nelson Mandela from prison ✓
  2. The signing of the Freedom Charter
  3. The Sharpeville Massacre
  4. The Truth and Reconciliation Commission hearings

Explanation

This answer correctly identifies the historical event, person, or date. History helps us understand how the past shapes today.

The other options refer to different historical events or time periods. They don’t match this specific question.

Understanding this historical fact helps you see patterns in how societies develop and change.