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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the concept of "Colored-People Time" (82) emerge?
(a) To enforce stricter punctuality among Black individuals.
(b) As a means of resisting white-dominated standards of time and punctuality.
(c) To encourage everyone to arrive early for events.
(d) To promote a more efficient use of time in society.

2. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari feel about the government's narrative of the events of 9/11?
(a) Hari believes it's entirely accurate.
(b) Hari has no opinion on the matter.
(c) Hari fully trusts the government's account.
(d) Hari is skeptical of the government's narrative.

3. What is the significance of the term "object permanence" (109)?
(a) It symbolizes the importance of physical objects.
(b) It highlights the belief in the persistence of things outside one's immediate vision.
(c) It refers to a scientific concept.
(d) It underscores the fleeting nature of childhood memories.

4. What is the impact of the criminal justice system on family connections?
(a) It contributes to the loss of family connections.
(b) It strengthens family bonds and connections.
(c) It has no effect on family relationships.
(d) It creates a sense of unity and belonging.

5. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 7: Guilt and Dogs," how does Hari's perspective on religion and spirituality change as he embraces self-acceptance?
(a) He becomes indifferent to spirituality.
(b) He seeks a deity aligned with his values.
(c) He becomes more religiously devout.
(d) He rejects all forms of spirituality.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hari characterize his childhood neighborhood?

2. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 6: A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari describe his feelings toward the controversy involving Jeremiah Wright's "God damn America" (92) sermon?

3. What does Hari believe he can achieve through difficult dialogues on the page?

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

5. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 2: A Prayer for My Father," what prompts Hari to write a conversation with his inner child?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 1: "Carceral Dissonance," how does Hari's experience with inner-child work and therapy reflect his struggle to reconcile his historical awareness of systemic oppression with his personal journey towards healing?

2. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 8: "A Prayer for Another World," discuss the impact of the criminal justice system on Hari's family and his sense of unity. How do the experiences of incarcerated family members contribute to Hari's feelings of isolation and loss.

3. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: "A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari's exploration of different belief systems reflect his search for a personal connection to spirituality?

4. In Chapter 5: "D*mb Smart," how do Hari's parents' experiences with their religious community highlight issues of race and discrimination?

5. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: "A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari's struggle with his beliefs and faith reflect the theme of uncertainty in the text?

6. In Chapter 1: "Carceral Dissonance," how does Hari's view of inner-child work contrast with his expectations of addressing systemic issues within the therapeutic process?

7. In Chapter 4: "A Prayer for Rest," how does the author use vivid metaphors and imagery to convey the experience of anxiety and the impact of external influences on Hari's mental state?

8. In Chapter 4: "A Prayer for Rest," how does the passage reflect Hari's struggle with anxiety, self-punishment, and the desire for guidance or purpose?

9. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: "A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari's relationship with his father reveal contradictory beliefs and ideas about religion and spirituality?

10. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 8: "A Prayer for Another World," analyze the role of childhood memories and nostalgia in Hari's reflections. How do memories of family gatherings, imaginary friends, and past experiences impact Hari's understanding of identity and connection?

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