1. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 7: Guilt and Dogs," what does Hari struggle to reconcile?
(a) His academic achievements and his father's approval.
(b) His love for sports and his identity crisis.
(c) His friendship with Michael and his mother's expectations.
(d) His passion for music and academics.

2. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," how does Hari feel about the idea of state-sanctioned marriage?
(a) He thinks it is essential for legal rights.
(b) He fully supports it.
(c) He finds it romantic.
(d) He believes it is unnecessary.

3. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 14: A Prayer for Healing," what historical and societal factors does Hari link to mortality in Black communities?
(a) Disregard for hygiene practices.
(b) Lack of genetic diversity.
(c) Exploitation of natural resources.
(d) Colonization and systemic inequalities.

4. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari feel about the government's narrative of the events of 9/11?
(a) Hari is skeptical of the government's narrative.
(b) Hari believes it's entirely accurate.
(c) Hari has no opinion on the matter.
(d) Hari fully trusts the government's account.

5. How does Hari's father react to his gender expression?
(a) He criticizes and dismisses his gender expression.
(b) He is confused but willing to learn.
(c) He is fully supportive and understanding.
(d) He encourages him to express himself.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," what role do childhood memories and nostalgia play in shaping Hari's understanding of identity and connection?

2. What realization does Cloud come to regarding his own drinking problem?

3. What does Hari's father deny vehemently?

4. How does Hari describe the impact of harm?

5. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," what does Hari hope to achieve by not abandoning what and who he loves?

(see the answer key)

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