Desmond Tutu "Let South America Show the World How to Forgive''

According to Desmond Tutu at the beginning of "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive," just a few years earlier what did most people think would happen in South Africa?

There would be a widespread bloodbath.

The Greek root -theo- means "God." In a theocratic nation, what group of people would most likely be in charge? Use your knowledge of the Greek root -theo- and the Greek suffix -cratic to help you answer

Your religious leaders, like the pope, or pastor. Theo means god, and cratic means particular kind of government.

Which of these might best be described as a communal activity?

attending a large meeting

According to "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive," what have South Africans had to do in order to be pardoned?

fully disclose their offenses

According to "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive," what does Desmond Tutu believe is the main reason that South Africa is showing the world how to forgive?

It has been chosen by God to show that forgiveness is possible in an unlikely place.

In "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive," what does Desmond Tutu suggest was most important about the election of Nelson Mandela? Choose two options

It was peacefulIt was democratic.

What do the details in "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive" suggest is the main reason that Desmond Tutu admires Nelson Mandela?

He was a great, respeactful and knowledgeable man

Which statement best sums up the view of humanity that Tutu conveys in "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive"?

Human beings are capable of great evil and great good.

In "Let South Africa Show the World How to Forgive," which idea does Desmond Tutu most clearly convey with his anecdote about Nelson Mandela's treatment of his jailer?

After Nelson Mandela went to jail he was able to be forgiving and even forgive his improsener and start a reconciliation.

For a nation to be democratic, what must be true?

Citizens must have a voice in government.

Which of these situations most clearly displays interdependence?

Neighbors require the help of each other.

What is one meaning of the Greek root word kratos?

Power, Strength