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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Hari feel about addressing his inner child's absence?
(a) Lonely and struggling.
(b) Indifferent and uninterested.
(c) Comfortable and confident.
(d) Anxious and nervous.

2. What does Hari compare the discomfort of starting a conversation with his inner child to?
(a) Arriving unannounced at someone's house.
(b) Praying after a diagnosis.
(c) Setting up an altar.
(d) Writing a letter to parents.

3. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 2: A Prayer for My Father," what prompts Hari to write a conversation with his inner child?
(a) The influence of ancestral communication.
(b) A suggestion from his therapist.
(c) An assignment from his school.
(d) A dream he has.

4. 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 reinforce Hari's belief in conforming to white standards.
(d) They challenge Hari's anti-Blackness and provide opportunities for accountability and understanding.

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 commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion.
(c) A fear of being associated with everyday Black individuals.
(d) A need to challenge the dominance of white students.

6. What does Hari realize about his interpretation of history?
(a) It is constantly changing.
(b) It is determined by external factors.
(c) It is a fixed narrative.
(d) It is based on objective facts.

7. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," why does Hari feel a strong connection to the memory of the birthday party?
(a) Because it is a moment of unity and joy.
(b) Because it is a formal family gathering.
(c) Because it is a sad and lonely event.
(d) Because it is held in a different city.

8. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 5: D*mb Smart," what is Hari's perspective on the concept of Black Excellence?
(a) He sees Black Excellence as irrelevant to discussions of race and education.
(b) He believes Black Excellence is achievable through complete assimilation.
(c) He questions the narrative of Black Excellence, suggesting it can perpetuate anti-Black standards.
(d) He fully embraces the idea of Black Excellence and its importance.

9. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 3: Nowalater," how does Hari's view of Roberto evolve?
(a) He continues to perceive Roberto as an antagonist.
(b) He realizes Roberto's kindness and genuine intentions.
(c) He discovers evidence of Roberto's aggressive tendencies.
(d) He attributes Roberto's behavior to his physical appearance.

10. 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 excel academically.
(b) To alleviate his identity crisis.
(c) To explore his passion for sports.
(d) To impress his parents.

11. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 7: Guilt and Dogs," what event triggers Hari's panic attack?
(a) Engaging in a physical relationship with Michael.
(b) A physical fight with Michael.
(c) A disagreement with his father.
(d) His mother discovering his secret.

12. What does Hari's mother's strict religious beliefs lead him to feel?
(a) Pride in his identity.
(b) Freedom to be his true self.
(c) Confident in his relationship with Michael.
(d) Guilt and shame for being academically average.

13. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," what is Hari's current perspective on faith?
(a) Hari is a devout follower of a specific religion.
(b) Hari is actively searching for proof of God's existence.
(c) Hari has absolute certainty that God exists.
(d) Hari prefers not to know for sure whether God exists.

14. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 5: D*mb Smart," how does Mr. Smith's punitive view of tardiness relate to broader societal issues?
(a) It highlights his popularity among students for his strictness.
(b) It connects his attitudes to the school-to-prison pipeline and racial disparities in incarceration.
(c) It explores the history of industrialization in the eighteenth century.
(d) It discusses the benefits of his teaching methods on students' academic performance.

15. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari describe his approach to spirituality and religion?
(a) Hari has been initiated by multiple spiritual teachers.
(b) Hari is indifferent to matters of faith and spirituality.
(c) Hari is committed to one specific belief system.
(d) Hari explores various belief systems but doesn't practice any.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 1: Carceral Dissonance," what is Hari's initial perception of the doctor's behavior during the examination?

2. According to Margaret Paul's Inner Bonding, what is the purpose of inner-child work?

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," what role do childhood memories and nostalgia play in shaping Hari's understanding of identity and connection?

4. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 1: Carceral Dissonance," why does Hari have reservations about therapy?

5. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Daddy rationalize his belief in Allah and Kṛṣṇa?

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