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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. How does Hari feel about remembering the times when someone asked his father to accompany him to the bathroom?
(a) Nostalgic.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Angry.
(d) Annoyed.

2. How does Hari describe his experience at NYU in terms of visibility?
(a) He feels a sense of belonging due to the diversity of the student body.
(b) He finds that his past rebellions makes him stand out among his peers.
(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.

3. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 14: A Prayer for Healing," what historical and societal factors does Hari link to mortality in Black communities?
(a) Exploitation of natural resources.
(b) Disregard for hygiene practices.
(c) Colonization and systemic inequalities.
(d) Lack of genetic diversity.

4. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 14: A Prayer for Healing," what lesson does Hari ultimately learn about his perspective on mortality and blame?
(a) Blaming others is counterproductive and harmful.
(b) Blame is irrelevant in the face of death.
(c) Assigning blame is essential for understanding mortality.
(d) Blaming oneself is necessary for personal growth.

5. What makes it difficult for survivors to name the harm they endured?
(a) Memory loss.
(b) Fear of retaliation.
(c) Cultural conditioning.
(d) Lack of vocabulary.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Hari become involved in activism and journalism, including starting the publication RaceBaitr?

2. What is Hari's stance on the relationship between time and death?

3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 11: My Gender is Black," why does Hari believe people assume Khia is a male dog?

4. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 15: Trigger Warning," why does Hari say that healing requires a fuller picture?

5. What does Hari's father deny vehemently?

Short Essay Questions

1. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 13: "Logging Out of Passport Twitter," how does the theme of anti-Blackness shape the events and interactions found in the chapter?

2. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 12: "A Prayer for New Language," how does Hari's experience with Lisa shed light on the challenges of maintaining friendships while in a romantic relationship?

3. In Canto III: Free Chapter 14: "A Prayer for Healing," how does Hari explore the interconnectedness of personal stories and experiences in relation to memory and identity?

4. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 12: "A Prayer for New Language," how does the chapter explore the theme of growth within a romantic relationship?

5. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 13: "Logging Out of Passport Twitter," discuss the significance of setting healthy boundaries in Hari's relationship with Cloud.

6. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 10: "A Prayer for Choice," how does the theme of queerness intersect with Hari's reflections on his family and upbringing?

7. In Canto III: Free Chapter 16: "A Prayer for Freedom," analyze Hari's fear of being perceived as dangerous due to his queerness when caring for Nikkee's toddler, Martin. How does this fear impact Hari's behavior and self-expression?

8. In Canto III: Free Chapter 15: "Trigger Warning," discuss the complexities of consent and coercion in the context of childhood sexual experiences. How does manipulation play a role in shaping these experiences?

9. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 11: "My Gender is Black," how does the historical context of the African slave trade and its impact on Black individuals influence the limitations of language in describing gender and identity?

10. In Canto III: Free Chapter 16: "A Prayer for Freedom," examine Hari's unresolved conversation with his mother about his essay on childhood sexual abuse. What does this reveal about the challenges of discussing sensitive topics within families?

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