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

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

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," what do the paintings of different Hare Kṛṣṇa pastimes in Daddy's house symbolize?
(a) His rejection of spirituality.
(b) A desire to convert Hari to Hare Kṛṣṇa.
(c) His strong commitment to the Hare Kṛṣṇa faith.
(d) The contradictions in Daddy's beliefs.

4. Why does Hari feel conflicted about seeking therapy?
(a) He believes therapy is ineffective.
(b) He is afraid of medical professionals.
(c) He fears being judged for seeking help.
(d) He is hesitant about policing his emotions.

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?
(a) To embrace self-realization.
(b) To prioritize ambition over personal beliefs.
(c) To follow a specific religious path.
(d) To maintain political ambition.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 4: A Prayer for Rest," what effect does Hari's conversation with his father have on him?

2. How does Hari describe his experience at NYU in terms of visibility?

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 7: Guilt and Dogs," how does Hari's growth and readiness to confront avoidance patterns impact his future decisions?

4. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 11: My Gender is Black," what does Hari observe about the people in his neighborhood's attitude toward pit bulls like Khia?

5. How does Hari feel about the concept of "inner-child work" (35) ?

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