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Paper 2 · oral traditions, proverbs and wise sayings

Give the Shona or the Ndebele name for a proverb.

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tsumo

Also accepted: isaga, izaga, tsumo nemadimikira

Explanation: Tsumo in Shona and isaga in Ndebele is a short saying that carries the wisdom of past generations in a few words. Because it is quoted rather than argued, it can correct or advise without singling anyone out.

Derived from ZIMSEC Heritage Studies 4006/2 Paper 2, Specimen Paper, Q1

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