Nelson Mandela was in prison for 27 years before he was released and became president of South Africa. From what prison was he released on 11 February 1990?
Correct answer: D. Victor Verster in Paarl
- A. Robben Island
- B. Goodwood Prison
- C. Pollsmoor Prison
- D. Victor Verster in Paarl
Explanation
Mandela was released from Victor Verster Prison near Paarl on 11 February 1990, after earlier imprisonment at Robben Island and Pollsmoor Prison. Robben Island is therefore a tempting but incomplete answer.
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