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What does it mean?
He declares himself the hero of the entire continent.
In plain terms
He says he is the hero of Africa.
What can you take from it?
Heroes are often self-proclaimed.

Where it applies

  • political speeches
  • national pride
  • history

Putting it to work

  • assess historical impact
  • study leadership claims

Questions to consider

  • Who defines a hero?
  • What makes a continental hero?

Another view

Many Africans did not see him as a hero.

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