Which story from the text represents Trevor's and his Mom's relationship?

She caught him by yelling “Stop! Thief!” so that people would tackle him.

How did Patricia’s upbringing shape her into the person she is today?

She developed a strong sense of independence and fearlessness.

How does Patricia outsmart the system as a Black woman with an illegal mixed-race child?

She befriends a “colored” woman to to go to the park with her and Trevor

Why does Patricia name Trevor, Trevor?

Because it holds no significance so he will be free to be anyone he wants.

Why was the minibus transportation system created?

The government did not provide transportation for black people

Despite the long service, what entertaining event took place in Black church that was Trevor Noah’s ”saving grace?”

The pastor would cast demons out of people

How did Trevor's mom react to violence that took place after Mandela's release, and what does this reveal about her?

She continued with life as normal despite the chaos, showing her bravery.

What was Trevor’s relationship like with his mom growing up?

They had a playful yet strict relationship, similar to Tom and Jerry.

What metaphor did Trevor use to explain the Soweto driveways in connection to Soweto’s hope?

Driveways symbolized hope; they would one day have a car.

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1
Which story from the text represents Trevor's and his Mom's relationship?
She caught him by yelling “Stop! Thief!” so that people would tackle him.
She had him sell newspapers door to door, pretending to be his babysitter.
She once dropped him off at his grandfather's house alone.
She always made Trevor go to three different churches on Sundays.
2
How did Patricia’s upbringing shape her into the person she is today?
She only loved the men in her life.
She became fearful and dependent on others for help.
She learned to rely only on her parents for support.
She developed a strong sense of independence and fearlessness.
3
How does Patricia outsmart the system as a Black woman with an illegal mixed-race child?
She makes Trevor wear a disguise in public.
She moves her family into a house with a ”colored” family.
She marries a “colored” man so she would be allowed to be out with Trevor.
She befriends a “colored” woman to to go to the park with her and Trevor
4
Which South African group does Trevor’s mom belong to?
Xhosa
Soweto
Zulu
Tutsi
5
This character says, “Learn from your past and be better because of your past, but don’t cry because of your past.”
Gran
Abel
Robert
Patricia
6
Who witnessed Trevor doing his business on newspaper in the house but couldn’t catch him because she is blind?
Gran
Patricia
Robert
Koko
7
What is Apartheid?
Apart-hate
All of these
Apartheid was a system of institutionalized racial segregation
You separate people into groups and make them hate one another
8
According to Trevor Noah, which two South African dominate groups were against each other?
Zulu vs. Xhosa
Zulu vs. Tswana
Xhosa vs. Soweto
Hulu vs. Tutsi
9
Why does Patricia name Trevor, Trevor?
Because it holds no significance so he will be free to be anyone he wants.
Because it means “Warrior” and Patricia sees Trevor as their protector.
Because she thought it would help him get a job one day
Because it is Robert’s middle name.
10
Because of his knowledge of multiple languages, Trevor compares himself to _________________.
A lizard
A gecko
An ambassador
A chameleon
11
Why was the minibus transportation system created?
It was created to provide faster transportation for all citizens
The government did not provide transportation for black people
It was created to reduce traffic congestion
It was created by the government to improve city transportation
12
This character says, “I never felt poor because our lives were so rich with experience.”
Trevor
Fufi
Patricia
Gran
13
Despite the long service, what entertaining event took place in Black church that was Trevor Noah’s ”saving grace?”
The pastor would cast demons out of people
There were always snacks hidden in the pews.
He could drink all the grape juice he wanted
The choir would perform a choreographed dance and ask Trevor to join.
14
How did Trevor's mom react to violence that took place after Mandela's release, and what does this reveal about her?
She stayed inside, demonstrating her cautious personality.
She moved to escape the violence, revealing her fear of conflict.
She joined the rioters to fight for justice, showing her rebellious nature.
She continued with life as normal despite the chaos, showing her bravery.
15
What was Trevor’s relationship like with his mom growing up?
His mom was very lenient, and Trevor always broke the rules.
They were as close as a brother and a sister
They had a distant and formal relationship.
They had a playful yet strict relationship, similar to Tom and Jerry.
16
What metaphor did Trevor use to explain the Soweto driveways in connection to Soweto’s hope?
They symbolized the struggle of people and were used as a place to gather.
Driveways symbolized hope; they would one day have a car.
Driveways were unnecessary, most people preferred public transportation
Driveways were a sign of wealth

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