Understanding 'Born a Crime' Themes

Understanding 'Born a Crime' Themes

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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Karen introduces her first book review on her channel, focusing on 'Born a Crime' by Trevor Noah. She shares her admiration for Trevor Noah and her initial reluctance to watch The Daily Show after Jon Stewart's departure. Karen discusses the book's themes, including race, religion, and family, and highlights Trevor's storytelling ability. She praises the book for its vivid depiction of Trevor's life in South Africa and recommends it as a must-read. Karen concludes by encouraging viewers to engage with her content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of Karen's video?

To talk about political satire

To share her personal life stories

To review a book by Trevor Noah

To discuss her favorite TV shows

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which book is Karen reviewing in her video?

The Daily Show

The Colbert Report

The Late Show

Born a Crime

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What initially interested Karen in 'Born a Crime'?

Her fondness for The Daily Show

Her admiration for Trevor Noah

Her interest in South African history

Her love for political satire

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major theme in 'Born a Crime'?

Trevor Noah's career in comedy

Trevor Noah's childhood in South Africa

Trevor Noah's favorite books

Trevor Noah's political views

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Trevor Noah's birth considered a crime?

He was born in a forbidden area

He was born during apartheid to parents of different races

He was born without a birth certificate

He was born during a political protest

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Karen admire about Trevor Noah's storytelling?

His ability to write fiction

His humorous take on serious issues

His vivid and emotional storytelling

His focus on political satire

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Karen's final recommendation about the book?

She highly recommends it as a powerful nonfiction work

She recommends it for learning about South African history

She advises against reading it

She suggests reading it for a good laugh