Question

The article states:

People often called her Fundi. The nickname came from a word in the East African language Swahili. It means a person who hands down knowledge to the next generation.

Why did the author include this passage?


To describe the methods and practices Baker taught to young activists
To explain why nicknames can change people's opinions of others
To demonstrate how Baker was seen by people who knew her
To provide an example of East African traditions followed in the U.S.

Answer 1

To demonstrate how Baker was seen by people who knew her — the nickname "Fundi" (from Swahili) shows she was viewed as someone who handed down knowledge to the next generation.