1. What motivates Hari to cause some of the scars on his body?
(a) To avoid questioning his sexuality.
(b) To show his resistance to societal norms.
(c) To gain acceptance from his family.
(d) To prove his toughness.

2. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 15: Trigger Warning," what is the primary focus of Hari's discussion regarding sexual violence?
(a) Encouraging victimization.
(b) Seeking revenge.
(c) Punishing perpetrators.
(d) Promoting healing and accountability.

3. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 15: Trigger Warning," what is Hari's view on the term "victim" (193) in the context of sexual violence?
(a) It should always be avoided as it retraumatizes survivors.
(b) Its use depends on the survivor's perspective and experience.
(c) It should be used to label survivors who report the crime.
(d) It should only apply to those who press charges against perpetrators.

4. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 13: Logging Out of Passport Twitter," why does Hari refuse to go to the AA meeting with Cloud?
(a) He wants to avoid discussing their own problems.
(b) He is unwilling to support Cloud's sobriety.
(c) He does not believe Cloud needs help.
(d) He struggles to articulate his feelings about it.

5. Why does Hari feel the need to be an example of Black Excellence?
(a) To challenge societal norms.
(b) To foster a sense of community.
(c) To avoid competition with others.
(d) To prove his intelligence.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 13: Logging Out of Passport Twitter," what does the text imply about the impact of anti-Blackness on Hari's relationship with Cloud?

2. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 16: A Prayer for Freedom," how does Hari feel about being perceived as dangerous in public?

3. What is the significance of the term "object permanence" (109)?

4. How does Hari describe the impact of harm?

5. How does Hari's father react to his gender expression?

(see the answer key)

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