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Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," how does the chapter suggest that love can contribute to personal growth?
(a) By maintaining strict boundaries.
(b) By avoiding difficult conversations.
(c) By focusing solely on individual needs.
(d) By addressing insecurities and striving for improvement.

2. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 16: A Prayer for Freedom," how does Hari feel about being perceived as dangerous in public?
(a) He becomes more vocal about his identity.
(b) He confronts stereotypes.
(c) He suppresses his queerness.
(d) He embraces it.

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," what does Timothy believe is important for him and Hari's relationship despite their differences?
(a) Open communication and compromise.
(b) Sharing all interests.
(c) Frequent romantic gestures.
(d) Spending all their time together.

4. Why does Hari feel blindsided by Justus's talk about her queerness?
(a) He has a negative opinion about queerness.
(b) He is already aware of Justus's queerness.
(c) He has never heard about queerness before.
(d) He is unprepared for the topic of queerness.

5. What impact does the carceral state have on Hari's experience of gender?
(a) It supports him in exploring his gender identity.
(b) It reinforces traditional gender norms.
(c) It helps him find healing and clarity.
(d) It contributes to his confusion and trauma.

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

7. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 10: A Prayer for Choice," why does Hari feel ashamed in his relationship with his queerness?
(a) Because he questions his own sexuality.
(b) Because he has rigid ideas of manhood.
(c) Because he is too attracted to thin partners.
(d) Because he desires both men and women.

8. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 16: A Prayer for Freedom," why does Hari feel lonely?
(a) He misses his friend Nikkee.
(b) He is afraid of being judged.
(c) He has unresolved conversations with his mother.
(d) He is practicing social distancing.

9. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 16: A Prayer for Freedom," what does Hari's mother inquire about unexpectedly?
(a) Plans for the future.
(b) Essay on childhood sexual abuse.
(c) Relationship with Nikkee.
(d) Favorite childhood memory.

10. In the "Epilogue: A Prayer for my Grandmother," what is Hari's perspective on visibility and representation?
(a) He questions the effectiveness of representation in dismantling systemic oppression.
(b) He believes that visibility will automatically change the minds of those with harmful views.
(c) He believes that representation alone will lead to liberation.
(d) He thinks that visibility is essential for all marginalized communities.

11. How does Hari's father react to his gender expression?
(a) He is confused but willing to learn.
(b) He encourages him to express himself.
(c) He criticizes and dismisses his gender expression.
(d) He is fully supportive and understanding.

12. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 15: Trigger Warning," what is Hari's view on the terms of agreements between children?
(a) Agreements among children are irrelevant.
(b) Children's agreements are insignificant compared to adults'.
(c) The terms of agreements between children are important.
(d) Children should not make agreements.

13. How does Hari describe his experience at NYU in terms of visibility?
(a) He finds that his past rebellions makes him stand out among his peers.
(b) He feels a sense of belonging due to the diversity of the student body.
(c) He realizes he is surrounded by few Black faces, which impacts his sense of identity.
(d) He embraces the concept of representation as a form of liberation.

14. How does Hari view punishment and carceral thinking?
(a) He believes it is essential for healing.
(b) He sees it as a way to confront trauma.
(c) He finds it ineffective and harmful.
(d) He thinks it leads to healthy interactions.

15. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," what significant event occurs between Hari and Timothy at the picnic?
(a) They share their first kiss.
(b) They meet Timothy's ex-boyfriend.
(c) They get into an argument.
(d) They exchange engagement rings.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 14: A Prayer for Healing," what lesson does Hari ultimately learn about his perspective on mortality and blame?

2. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 10: A Prayer for Choice," how does Justus's revelation of her queerness impact Hari?

3. What does prison abolition seek to address?

4. How does Hari describe the experience of Black individuals who are essential workers during the pandemic?

5. What impact has the global health pandemic had on marginalized communities, according to Hari?

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