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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Introduction: "Black. Queer. Here." and Act One: A Different Kid, Chapters 1-3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What kind of group did Matt join that helped him integrate all aspects of his identity?
(a) A fraternity.
(b) A Boy Scout troop.
(c) A math club.
(d) A 4-H club.

2. What sort of expression did Matt's mask of many years display, according to his statement at the end of Chapter 3: "Honeychild"?
(a) A blank look.
(b) A frown.
(c) A smile.
(d) A grimace.

3. How does Matt recall feeling when he used the word "honeychild" (152) at school?
(a) Weightless and important.
(b) Powerful and free.
(c) Angry and fierce.
(d) Arrogant and proud.

4. With which members of Matt's family did he always walk home from school before he was old enough to walk on his own?
(a) His cousins.
(b) His brothers.
(c) His sisters.
(d) His aunts.

5. Besides Matt's use of his own gay lingo, what other aspect of his persona was attacked at an early age?
(a) His hair.
(b) His laugh.
(c) His walk.
(d) His smile.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of Chapter 2: "Identity," Matt instructs all "Black boys" (51) to take which action?

2. How old was Matt when he was first exposed to trauma?

3. Matt states that Nanny still retained her Southern accent even after living elsewhere for how many years?

4. What injury did Matt incur during his first traumatic incident?

5. In which state was Nanny's birthplace of Spartanburg located?

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