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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Canto II: Queer Chapter 9: Representation Matters? - Chapter 13: Logging Out of Passport Twitter .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 10: A Prayer for Choice," how does Justus's revelation of her queerness impact Hari?
(a) It leads Hari to avoid talking to Justus altogether.
(b) It encourages Hari to distance himself from Justus.
(c) It makes Hari feel more isolated and alone.
(d) It gives Hari a sense of solidarity and acceptance.

2. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," why does Hari feel a strong connection to the memory of the birthday party?
(a) Because it is a moment of unity and joy.
(b) Because it is a sad and lonely event.
(c) Because it is held in a different city.
(d) Because it is a formal family gathering.

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 10: A Prayer for Choice," why does Hari feel ashamed in his relationship with his queerness?
(a) Because he desires both men and women.
(b) Because he questions his own sexuality.
(c) Because he is too attracted to thin partners.
(d) Because he has rigid ideas of manhood.

4. What is the significance of the term "object permanence" (109)?
(a) It highlights the belief in the persistence of things outside one's immediate vision.
(b) It symbolizes the importance of physical objects.
(c) It refers to a scientific concept.
(d) It underscores the fleeting nature of childhood memories.

5. 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 has no opinion on the matter.
(b) Hari believes it's entirely accurate.
(c) Hari fully trusts the government's account.
(d) Hari is skeptical of the government's narrative.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," how does the chapter suggest that love can contribute to personal growth?

2. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," how does Hari's perspective on his father's hoarding habits evolve?

3. What does Hari believe he can achieve through difficult dialogues on the page?

4. What drives Hari to pursue excellence?

5. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 2: A Prayer for My Father," what prompts Hari to write a conversation with his inner child?

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