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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. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," what does Hari recall about the cashier at the local deli in Brooklyn?
(a) The cashier's recommendation for a good book.
(b) The cashier's request to pray together.
(c) The cashier's political opinions.
(d) The cashier's favorite restaurant in town.

2. 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) His strong commitment to the Hare Kṛṣṇa faith.
(c) A desire to convert Hari to Hare Kṛṣṇa.
(d) The contradictions in Daddy's beliefs.

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 7: Guilt and Dogs," what is the primary reason for Hari's secretive escapades to spend time with Michael?
(a) To impress his parents.
(b) To excel academically.
(c) To alleviate his identity crisis.
(d) To explore his passion for sports.

4. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 4: A Prayer for Rest," what does Hari compare the feeling of impending distress to?
(a) A clear sky.
(b) A calm ocean.
(c) A storm on the horizon.
(d) A gentle breeze.

5. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari describe his father, Daddy's, beliefs regarding God's gender?
(a) Daddy does not believe in God's existence.
(b) Daddy believes God has a specific gender.
(c) Daddy believes God transcends gender.
(d) Daddy thinks God's gender is unimportant.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Hari, what value do individuals have in a capitalist system?

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

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," what lesson does Hari draw from Daddy's reconciliation of loving Mata with his practice of Islam?

4. How does Hari characterize his childhood neighborhood?

5. What does Hari highlight as the key factor in challenging biased perceptions about Black children?

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