Black Boy Out of Time: A Memoir Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

Hari Ziyad
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Black Boy Out of Time: A Memoir Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

Hari Ziyad
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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless - Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Hari's view on the pursuit of success within the capitalist system?
(a) It often requires harming oneself or others.
(b) It is a way to find companionship.
(c) It is a means to foster community.
(d) It leads to a balanced and fulfilling life.

2. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 5: D*mb Smart," what is Hari's primary reflection on Mr. Smith?
(a) Mr. Smith is indifferent to his students' concerns.
(b) Mr. Smith is known for his kindness and leniency.
(c) Mr. Smith often provides extra help to struggling students.
(d) Mr. Smith has a rigid and punitive attitude towards rules and punctuality.

3. What underlying sentiment drives Hari's pursuit of academic superiority over Betty in the Pride school?
(a) A desire for genuine friendship and collaboration.
(b) A commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.
(c) A need to challenge the dominance of white students.
(d) A fear of being associated with everyday Black individuals.

4. What is Hari's involvement in various choir activities influenced by?
(a) Michael's encouragement.
(b) His love for academic excellence.
(c) His desire to avoid Michael.
(d) His mother's strict instructions.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer. "Chapter 7: Guilt and Dogs," what does Hari ultimately recognize the importance of?

2. How does Hari characterize his childhood neighborhood?

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," what does Hari recall about the cashier at the local deli in Brooklyn?

4. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari describe his feelings toward the controversy involving Jeremiah Wright's "God damn America" (92) sermon?

5. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," what is the significance of the phrase "Teach you, teach you, teach you, I’ll teach you the Electric Sliiiiide" (110)?

(see the answer key)

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