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Who are the Khoisan?
Who are the Khoisan?
The native Americans of South Africa.
Why did Trevor have no friends?
Why did Trevor have no friends?
He couldn't make any friends because he was different.
What type of haircut did Trevor have when he lived in Eden Park?
What type of haircut did Trevor have when he lived in Eden Park?
Afro
Why did colored people think that Trevor thought he was better than them?
Why did colored people think that Trevor thought he was better than them?
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Why did his mother start laughing when Trevor came back home after being attacked by mulberries?
Why did his mother start laughing when Trevor came back home after being attacked by mulberries?
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Describe Abel physically.
Describe Abel physically.
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Why did Patricia tell Trevor not to tell Abel what happened?
Why did Patricia tell Trevor not to tell Abel what happened?
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What did the kids do as soon as they saw Abel and Trevor?
What did the kids do as soon as they saw Abel and Trevor?
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Did Trevor like revenge?
Did Trevor like revenge?
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What happened after Abel beat up the kid?
What happened after Abel beat up the kid?
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What did Trevor's mom never teach him?
What did Trevor's mom never teach him?
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What would Trevor's mom always tell him?
What would Trevor's mom always tell him?
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Study Notes
Khoisan and Trevor's Childhood
- Khoisan are the indigenous people of South Africa, recognized for their unique cultures and languages.
- Trevor struggled to form friendships due to his different background and experiences.
Appearance and Perceptions
- He sported an Afro haircut while living in Eden Park, reflecting both cultural identity and personal style.
- Trevor's fluent English and attendance at a predominantly white church led some colored individuals to perceive him as aloof or superior.
Family Dynamics and Humor
- Patricia, Trevor's mother, found humor in an incident where he returned covered in mulberry juice, mistaking it for a worse injury.
Abel's Influence
- Abel, described as tall (around 6 foot 3) and imposing, had a reputation that instilled fear among the neighborhood kids.
- Trevor's mother warned him to withhold information from Abel about school bullying to prevent retaliatory violence.
Fear and Conflict
- Other kids would flee at the sight of Abel and Trevor, anticipating trouble if they provoked them.
- While Trevor initially thrived on thoughts of revenge, he experienced a change of heart upon witnessing fear in his adversary's eyes.
Confrontation and Apology
- After Abel intervened and physically retaliated against a bully, he required the child to apologize to Trevor, showcasing a sense of justice.
- Trevor's upbringing lacked traditional male guidance, as his mother never explicitly taught him how to embody masculine traits.
Lessons on Respect
- Patricia instilled critical values in Trevor, reinforcing that his treatment of her would influence how he interacted with women in the future.
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Description
Explore the intricacies of Trevor Noah's upbringing as portrayed in his memoir. This quiz delves into his experiences as a mixed-race child in South Africa, highlighting cultural dynamics, family influence, and the challenges he faced in forming friendships. Test your understanding of his unique background and its impact on his identity.
