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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Dream (pages 108-132).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, some black people justify the destruction of black bodies for the sake of:
(a) Keeping the police away.
(b) Preservation of order.
(c) Controlling the population.
(d) Fear.

2. What did the author find unique about Howard University?
(a) All the students were black, but distinctly unique in culture.
(b) The professors spent time outside with the students.
(c) Everyone was treated as an equal, regardless of race.
(d) All the students were wealthy, regardless of race.

3. How does the author describe Malcolm X?
(a) Rebellious, irrational, and impulsive.
(b) Controlled, intelligent, and beyond fear.
(c) Fierce, violent, and wild.
(d) Strong, ethical, and powerful.

4. What eventually happened to the officer who shot Prince Jones?
(a) He returned to work.
(b) He was lynched by a mob.
(c) He was sent to jail.
(d) He left the police force.

5. What happened when the author was stopped by a PG County officer?
(a) He was beaten and handcuffed.
(b) He was taken to jail.
(c) He was shot.
(d) He was detained, then sent on his way without explanation.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author admires Malcolm X because he never:

2. What is "the Yard"?

3. What acclaimed history book did Chancellor William write?

4. According to the author, what part of his body has suffered the most?

5. According to the author, how is racism experienced through real estate?

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