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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Canto I: Black Chapter 1: Carceral Dissonance - Chapter 5: D*mb Smart.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 5: D*mb Smart," what is Hari's primary reflection on Mr. Smith?
(a) Mr. Smith is known for his kindness and leniency.
(b) Mr. Smith often provides extra help to struggling students.
(c) Mr. Smith is indifferent to his students' concerns.
(d) Mr. Smith has a rigid and punitive attitude towards rules and punctuality.
2. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 3: Nowalater," what does Hari realize about his perception of Roberto and his own biases?
(a) Roberto intentionally causes conflicts with Hari's siblings.
(b) He has overestimated Roberto's intelligence and influence.
(c) His perception of Roberto is entirely accurate.
(d) He has unfairly demonized Roberto based on societal biases.
3. How do friendships with individuals like Betty impact Hari's growth?
(a) They encourage Hari to adopt stricter discipline and punctuality.
(b) They push Hari to disassociate from her Black identity.
(c) They challenge Hari's anti-Blackness and provide opportunities for accountability and understanding.
(d) They reinforce Hari's belief in conforming to white standards.
4. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 2: A Prayer for My Father," what prompts Hari to write a conversation with his inner child?
(a) A dream he has.
(b) A suggestion from his therapist.
(c) The influence of ancestral communication.
(d) An assignment from his school.
5. 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 need to challenge the dominance of white students.
(c) A fear of being associated with everyday Black individuals.
(d) A commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 5: D*mb Smart," what is Hari's perspective on the concept of Black Excellence?
2. Why does the concept of "Colored-People Time" (82) emerge?
3. How does Hari feel about the concept of "inner-child work" (35) ?
4. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 4: A Prayer for Rest," what does Hari compare the feeling of impending distress to?
5. How does Hari feel about addressing his inner child's absence?
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