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1. nadine gordimer wrote many stories about the injustices of apartheid. she was also active in bringing change to the political entities of south africa. even though her books were banned in south africa for a time, she resolved to stay instead of living in exile. what do you learn about gordimer’s political and cultural point of view by reading this story?

explain your ideas using evidence from the story.

Explanation:

Nadine Gordimer's political and cultural point of view shows her opposition to apartheid's injustices. Evidence: she wrote stories about apartheid's injustices, was active in South Africa's political change, and stayed in South Africa despite her books being banned (choosing to work for change from within rather than exile). Culturally, her focus on apartheid - related stories implies a desire to expose and challenge the cultural - political system of apartheid, using literature to drive social and political reform.

Answer:

Gordimer opposed apartheid's injustices (wrote about them, worked for political change in SA). She committed to South Africa (stayed despite bans) to drive reform, using literature for social - political change.