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What is the main reason black people in South Africa often have an English or European name in addition to their traditional name?
What is the main reason black people in South Africa often have an English or European name in addition to their traditional name?
- To demonstrate rebellion against the colonial powers
- To align with Western cultural norms during colonial and apartheid periods (correct)
- To confuse Westerners with their naming traditions
- To showcase their appreciation for Bible figures and Hollywood celebrities
Why do some black South Africans have names like Mussolini, Napoleon, and Hitler?
Why do some black South Africans have names like Mussolini, Napoleon, and Hitler?
- As a result of confusion caused by the news media
- Because they admired these historical figures
- Because their European names were often randomly chosen (correct)
- Due to a lack of knowledge about historical figures
Why do many black South Africans lack a clear understanding of who Hitler was?
Why do many black South Africans lack a clear understanding of who Hitler was?
- Due to the poor education provided by colonial powers (correct)
- Because Hitler was a taboo subject in South Africa
- Because white people refused to communicate with black people
- Because black South Africans were not interested in world history
What misconception did the author's grandfather have about Hitler?
What misconception did the author's grandfather have about Hitler?
How does the text suggest that the lack of knowledge about Hitler among many black South Africans is related to Western influence?
How does the text suggest that the lack of knowledge about Hitler among many black South Africans is related to Western influence?
Why does the text mention that black people had to help white people fight against Hitler?
Why does the text mention that black people had to help white people fight against Hitler?
Why might a black South African not find the name 'Hitler' offensive?
Why might a black South African not find the name 'Hitler' offensive?
In what way were students at Sandringham taught about World War II according to the text?
In what way were students at Sandringham taught about World War II according to the text?
Why does the text mention the lack of documentation in African atrocities compared to the Holocaust?
Why does the text mention the lack of documentation in African atrocities compared to the Holocaust?
Why does the text suggest that some Westerners may overlook atrocities other than the Holocaust?
Why does the text suggest that some Westerners may overlook atrocities other than the Holocaust?
