Notes on the Assemblage Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

What kinds of animals appear, and have a wildly good time, in the Buddhist Cinema on Saturday night? (from Part 7, “we are remarkably loud not masked” and Epilogue)

Chickens, a hamster, two horses, and a platypus.

Dolphins, monkeys, snakes, and a giraffe.

Human beings, elephants, gorillas, and a dolphin.

Dolphins, elephants, cows, and pigs.

2.

What was Kenji Goto's profession? (from Part 6, “borderbus”, Section 2)

Painter.

Spy.

Soldier.

Journalist.

3.

Given the collection's overall interest in the need for, and the act of, revolution, what is the likely meaning of the phrase "We Are Remarkably Loud Not Masked"? (from Part 7, “we are remarkably loud not masked” and Epilogue)

That "we" are starting to become accountable for our racist attitudes and actions.

That "we" are being inspired by the power of art to become the subjects of self-created art.

That "we" are trying to cover up fear and anger with loud words, and not any other kind of mask.

That "we" are starting to stand up for freedom and justice without concern for their identities being discovered.

4.

Why does the English Speaker in "Borderbus" tell the Spanish Speaker to stop speaking his language? (from Part 6, “borderbus”, Section 1)

Speaking Spanish is making the English Speaker homesick.

The English Speaker does not speak Spanish, and cannot understand the Spanish Speaker.

Speaking Spanish is dangerous, and can result in some kind of punishment.

The English Speaker, who is trying to sleep, does not want the Spanish Speaker to say anything at all.

5.

In "Los Angeles Barrio," what does the poem portray as Wanda Coleman's primary focus? (from Part 3, “hard hooks”)

Inspiring rebellion and revolution in Los Angeles.

Inspiring young people in private school.

Inspiring young people in the barrio.

Inspiring the author to gain new perspective on racism.

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