How does the author describe family dynamics in the Mathabane household?

Strained due to financial and societal pressures.

Indifferent, with members rarely interacting.

Competitive, with siblings vying for parental approval.

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'Kaffir Boy'?

B) An urban shantytown during apartheid

A) A rural village in South Africa

C) A wealthy suburb in Johannesburg

D) A coastal city in South Africa

What is the primary theme explored in 'Kaffir Boy'?

B) The struggle against apartheid

In 'Kaffir Boy', what role does education play in Johannes' life?

A) It is a means to escape poverty and oppression

B) It is a distraction from his daily struggles

C) It is irrelevant to his future

D) It is a source of constant frustration

How does Johannes' mother influence his views on education in 'Kaffir Boy'?

C) She supports and encourages his educational pursuits

A) She discourages him from attending school

B) She is indifferent to his education

D) She believes education is a waste of time

What is the significance of the title 'Kaffir Boy'?

B) It highlights the racial slur used during apartheid

A) It refers to a traditional South African dance

C) It is the name of the protagonist's favorite book

D) It describes a local hero in the community

In 'Kaffir Boy', how does the author portray the impact of apartheid on family life?

B) Families are torn apart by economic and social pressures

A) Families are united and strong

C) Families are unaffected by apartheid

D) Families thrive under apartheid

How does the author use symbolism in 'Kaffir Boy'?

B) To illustrate the struggle for freedom

A) To depict the beauty of nature

C) To show the importance of wealth

D) To highlight cultural traditions

What is the climax of 'Kaffir Boy'?

B) Johannes' realization of the power of education

A) Johannes' decision to leave school

C) Johannes' confrontation with his father

D) Johannes' escape from South Africa

How does 'Kaffir Boy' address the issue of identity?

C) By examining racial and social identity

A) By exploring cultural heritage

B) By focusing on personal achievements

D) By highlighting economic status

What is the author's purpose in writing 'Kaffir Boy'?

B) To inform readers about the realities of apartheid

A) To entertain readers with a fictional story

C) To persuade readers to visit South Africa

D) To describe the beauty of South African landscapes

In 'Kaffir Boy', what challenge does Johannes face in pursuing his education?

B) Financial and social barriers

A) Lack of interest in learning

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT true about Kaffir’s boy father?

he is irresponsible

considers his wife poverty

he is violent

supports his wife’s decision to educate the boy

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The first things learned in Kaffir Boy’s environment included _____.

fighting

stealing

rebelling

all of the above

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Kaffir boy’s mother displays all of these except _____.

courage

independence

cowardice

empathy

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the author’s real name?

Mark Johannes Mathabane

T'bali Mathabane

Johannes Mathabane

MJ Mathabane

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is a shantytown as described in Kaffir Boy?

A well-planned suburban community.

A rural village with traditional huts.

An urban area with makeshift housing and poor living conditions.

A gated community with high security.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How did Johannes' views on education and apartheid evolve throughout Part II of Kaffir Boy?

He became increasingly disillusioned with education.

He saw education as irrelevant to overcoming apartheid.

He recognized education as a tool to fight against apartheid.

His views remained unchanged; he was indifferent to both.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

How did racial discrimination impact the employment opportunities available to Johannes' father?

It had no impact; employment was based on merit.

It limited him to low-paying, menial jobs.

It provided him with numerous high-paying job offers.

It encouraged entrepreneurship among black South Africans.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.2

CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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Kaffir Boy

Which of the following is NOT true about Kaffir’s boy father?

The first things learned in Kaffir Boy’s environment included _____.

Kaffir boy’s mother displays all of these except _____.

What is the author’s real name?

What is a shantytown as described in Kaffir Boy?

How did Johannes' views on education and apartheid evolve throughout Part II of Kaffir Boy?

How did racial discrimination impact the employment opportunities available to Johannes' father?

How does the author describe family dynamics in the Mathabane household?

What is the title of the excerpt by Mark Mathabane?

What is Mark Mathabane’s real name?

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