Born A Crime (Intro to Chapter 1)

What was the purpose of apartheid in South Africa?

• To divide and conquer the nonwhite population

• To establish equal rights for all races

• To unite different tribes and promote peace

• To encourage economic growth and development

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

• Tswana and Sotho

• Zulu and Xhosa

• Venda and Ndebele

• Tsonga and Pedi

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

• The Zulu sought peaceful coexistence, while the Xhosa advocated for armed resistance

• The Zulu and Xhosa both fought using traditional weapons

• The Zulu embraced English culture, while the Xhosa resisted it

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

What role did Christianity play in the lives of black South Africans during apartheid?

• It had no significant impact on their lives

• It was forced upon them by the white colonizers

• It provided a sense of unity and resistance against oppression

• It was seen as a tool for assimilation and acceptance of white culture

Which church did the author's family attend that had a racially diverse congregation?

• Rosebank Union

• Rhema Bible Church

• An outdoor tent-revival-style church

• An old-school Methodist congregation

What was the author's experience of popular culture like during his childhood?

• He was only exposed to traditional African music and movies

• He was allowed to listen to and watch popular music and movies

• He had limited exposure to popular culture due to his religious upbringing

• He was forbidden from engaging with any form of popular culture

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

• To experience an adventure

• To save money on transportation

• To teach the author a lesson about relying on others

• To avoid the violence and riots in the townships

What happened when the author and his mother were in the minibus with the aggressive driver?

• The driver threatened them but eventually let them go

• The driver drove recklessly and put their lives in danger

• The driver offered them a ride to their destination

• The driver apologized for his behavior and dropped them off safely

How did the author and his mother escape from the dangerous situation in the minibus?

• They fought back against the aggressive driver

• They jumped out of the moving minibus

• They called the police for help

• They convinced the driver to let them go

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

• He was scared and traumatized by the experience

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

• He was relieved that they were safe

• He was grateful to his mother for saving their lives