Born A Crime Quiz Chapters 12-14
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What was Trevor's biggest regret?

Not asking out Zaheera

What made Trevor able to talk to girls?

He was funny

What was Trevor's physical appearance in high school?

Duck feet, acne, wore baggy clothes

What was Trevor's business?

<p>Making CDs of music</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was Trevor's friend in crime?

<p>Teddy</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Trevor and Teddy steal?

<p>Chocolate liquor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't the mall cops catch Trevor?

<p>He showed up white on the camera and people assumed he was white.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What made prom go wrong?

<p>She didn't speak English, and he was one hour late because Abel was drunk and didn't give the BMW, causing Trevor to get lost.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Tom introduce his friends, and who was Tom?

<p>Introduced Trevor as an American rapper; one who sold pirated CDs that Trevor made.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Trevor's Regrets and Relationships

  • Trevor's biggest regret was not asking out Zaheera, reflecting his missed romantic opportunities.
  • His ability to connect with girls stemmed from his humor, highlighting the importance of personality in social interactions.

High School Characteristics

  • In high school, Trevor had distinct physical features: "duck feet," acne, and he often wore baggy clothing, impacting his self-image.

Entrepreneurial Ventures

  • Trevor's business involved making and selling CDs of music, demonstrating his entrepreneurial spirit at a young age.

Friendship and Mischief

  • Teddy was Trevor's partner in crime, showcasing the bond and adventures among friends during their youth.
  • They stole chocolate liquor, indicating their rebelliousness and youthful indiscretion.

Encounters with Authority

  • The mall cops failed to catch Trevor due to the assumption of his race when viewing surveillance footage; he appeared white, which led to lack of suspicion despite his mixed-race identity.

Prom Night Mishaps

  • Prom went awry when Trevor's date couldn't speak English, combined with Trevor arriving late due to Abel's intoxication which resulted in Trevor getting lost.

Social Dynamics and Identity

  • Tom introduced Trevor to his friends as an "American rapper," emphasizing Trevor's role in the music underground and his identity as a seller of pirated CDs.

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Test your knowledge of chapters 12 to 14 from 'Born A Crime' by Trevor Noah. This quiz covers key themes and events in Trevor's life, exploring his relationships, struggles, and experiences during his teenage years. See how well you understand his journey!

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