Born A Crime (Intro to Chapter 1)

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What was the purpose of apartheid in South Africa?

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To divide and conquer the nonwhite population.

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Which two dominant groups in South Africa were often pitted against each other during apartheid?

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Zulu and Xhosa.

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How did the Zulu and Xhosa approach the fight against white rule differently?

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The Zulu engaged in guerrilla warfare, while the Xhosa focused on negotiation.

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What was the author's initial reaction to the incident in the minibus?

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He was confused and angry about being thrown out of the car.

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Why did the author's mother decide to hitchhike after their car broke down?

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To avoid the violence and riots in the townships.

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Define apartheid.

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A system of institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa from 1948 to the early 1990s.

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What role did the African National Congress (ANC) play during apartheid?

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The ANC was a key political organization that fought against apartheid and advocated for equal rights.

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Explain the significance of the Sharpeville Massacre.

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The Sharpeville Massacre in 1960 was a turning point that drew international attention to the brutality of apartheid.

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What was the impact of the Bantu Education Act?

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The Bantu Education Act enforced racially segregated education, limiting opportunities for nonwhite South Africans.

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Describe the role of Nelson Mandela in the anti-apartheid movement.

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Nelson Mandela was a leader in the ANC who became a symbol of resistance against apartheid and later became South Africa's first black president.