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Queen of Soweto (Jessica Taylor)

Queen of Soweto (Jessica Taylor)

In Queen of Soweto (Jessica Taylor), readers meet a young girl with a big personality and even bigger dreams. The story takes place in the vibrant streets of Soweto, where the main character learns about her community and her own potential. This book is excellent for teaching students about confidence, leadership, and local culture. The engaging narrative helps young learners build their reading stamina while following an inspiring journey. It is a powerful reminder that anyone can be a leader in their own world.

Lexile: 740L

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Quiz

Question 1: When she was young, how did Bassie help pay the bills?
Question 2: How is Bassie's mother described?
Question 3: Which charity is close to Bassie's heart?
Question 4: Which book did Bassie's father give to her?
Question 5: Which is *not* true?
Question 6: What is this story about?
Question 7: How do we know Bassie is South African?
Question 8: Which word is similar in meaning to *bravery*?
Question 9: What type of book is written about someone's life?
Question 10: Which word means someone without a mother and father?
Tag(s):African Stories

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