excerpt "Born a Crime" Trevor Noah Flashcard

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Who was the blackjack mentioned in the text?

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The narrator's neighbor.

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What was the racial background of Trevor Noah's parents?

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His mother was Black and his father was White.

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How did the narrator entertain themselves as a child?

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By reading books and making up imaginary worlds.

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Why was Trevor Noah's birth considered illegal under apartheid laws?

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His parents were of different races.

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What did Trevor Noah's mother claim about his father's nationality?

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He was from Swaziland.

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What is apartheid?

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A system of institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination in South Africa.

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What role did Trevor Noah's mother play in his life?

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She was a strong influence, teaching him resilience and independence.

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How did Trevor Noah's mixed-race identity affect his childhood?

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It made him feel like an outsider and shaped his perspective on race.

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What is the significance of the title 'Born a Crime'?

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It reflects the illegal nature of Trevor's birth under apartheid laws.

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What themes are explored in 'Born a Crime'?

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Identity, race, family, and resilience.