Ch.1-2
What did Apartheid in South Africa do?
Separated people and make them hate one another.
In Soweto, what filled up the void of time that was left by the absence of men?
Church/Religion
Why did Patricia pretend she didn't know Trevor at the store in Chapter 6?
Because he wouldn't stop asking for toffee apple.
What were Trevor's dogs name.
Fufi/Panther
What does Trevor believe apartheid stole from him and his father?
Time.
Which does Trevor say is the saving grace of black church?
Watching the pastor cast demons out of people.
What did Trevor do on the kitchen floor in Chapter 3.
Poo
What other trait did Trevor inherit from his mother that he was grateful for?
The ability to let go of pain.
Why did Trevor think that Fufi was stupid?
Because she would never respond when she was called.
According to Trevor Noah, what's the greatest gift you can give another person?
Being chosen.
What does Trevor believe was the ultimate goal of apartheid?
To make it a white country
Because he could blend in by speaking different languages.
What word would best describe Trevor's mom in Chapter 5
Rebellious
How did Fufi break Trevor's heart?
She left him for another boy.
What actions did Patricia take to make sure Trevor never thought negative of his father?
She never spoke ill of him.
Why does Trevor say he was born a crime?
His parents weren't allowed to be together under Apartheid.
How did Trevor feel at the end of Chapter 3
Ashamed
How did Patricia pick Trevor's name?
She wanted a name that didn't have any meaning so that Trevor could determine his own fate.
What lesson did Trevor learn from his time with Fufi?
You do not own the thing that you love.
Calm, reserved, and private.
Why did Trevor Noah include a preface in Chapter 1?
To give background information on the historic setting.
Why did Trevor's grandmother believe that Trevor's prayers were more powerful?
Because Trevor would pray in English.
How does Trevor think the South African government made apartheid work?
The used education to keep black people oppressed.
Why did black people in South Africa not like cats?
They thought cats were witches.
Why did Trevor's dad go against the rules of Apartheid?
He didn't believe in racism.