Born a Crime Characters and Vocabulary

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What were South African women expected to do?

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Obey and submit.

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What did women in South Africa rely on instead of absent men?

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Religion.

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What is a poor area in Soweto where Trevor lived?

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Ghetto.

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Who was a powerhouse woman in Trevor's life?

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Aunt Sibongile.

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Who were the people that colonized Africa?

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Afrikaners, who were white.

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What does 'ghetto' refer to in the context of Soweto?

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A poor urban area.

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What role did religion play for women in South Africa?

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It served as a source of strength and support.

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What does 'obey' imply in the context of South African women's roles?

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Following the expectations and authority of men.

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How did the absence of men affect women's lives in South Africa?

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Women relied more on community and religion.

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What is the significance of Aunt Sibongile in Trevor's story?

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She represents strength and resilience.