Multiple choice

Mandela's birth name was Rolihlahla. The name Nelson was given to him by his schoolteacher. What does Rolihlahla mean?

  1. Noble warrior

  2. Troublemaker

  3. Wise leader

  4. Best dancer in town

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The name Rolihlahla is Xhosa and literally translates to 'pulling the branch of a tree', which is colloquially understood as 'troublemaker'.

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