Question

this sentence is from the passage.

ever, never and never again shall it be that this beautiful land will again experience the oppression of one by another and suffer the indignity of being the skunk of the world.\ (paragraph 13)
what does the comparison of south africa to a skunk contribute to the passage?

1. it suggests that the international community is still wary of south africa.
2. it introduces an inappropriate image that tarnishes the celebratory occasion.
3. it contrasts the political ideas between the previous and present governments.
4. it emphasizes the negative reputation that south africa has recently overcome.

Explanation:

The quote rejects future oppression of South Africa, framing its past status as the "skunk of the world" as a shameful, negative reputation. The phrase "never again" signals this is a reputation the nation has moved beyond, making this the core contribution of the comparison.

Answer:

1. It emphasizes the negative reputation that South Africa has recently overcome.