Born a Crime Characters and Vocabulary

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What is the term for the male figures that were often absent in the lives of women in 'Born a Crime'?

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men

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Who is described as a powerhouse woman in 'Born a Crime'?

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Aunt Sibongile

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What is the term for the impoverished area in Soweto where Trevor Noah lived?

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ghetto

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What group of people were known as the colonizers of Africa in 'Born a Crime'?

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Afrikaners

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What were South African women expected to do in terms of obedience?

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obey

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What does the term 'ghetto' refer to in the context of 'Born a Crime'?

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A poor urban area where marginalized groups live.

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What role did religion play for women in 'Born a Crime'?

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It served as a source of strength and reliance in the absence of men.

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What does the term 'Afrikaners' signify in the context of South African history?

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A group of white people of Dutch, German, or French descent who settled in South Africa.

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How does Trevor Noah describe his childhood environment in 'Born a Crime'?

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As a mix of poverty, crime, and cultural richness.

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What is a key theme in 'Born a Crime' regarding identity?

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The struggle of mixed-race individuals in a racially divided society.