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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. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 14: A Prayer for Healing," what does Hari challenge in his perspective on the causes of death?
(a) Conventional beliefs about disease as the primary cause.
(b) The significance of environmental factors.
(c) Historical contexts of mortality.
(d) The role of genetics in mortality.

2. 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?
(a) Anti-Blackness causes constant conflicts.
(b) Anti-Blackness strengthens their bond.
(c) Anti-Blackness leads to open conversations.
(d) Anti-Blackness has no effect on their friendship.

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

4. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 9: Representation Matters?", what is Hari's initial perception of moving to New York City for college?
(a) He is hesitant to leave his hometown.
(b) He is expected to find more Black faces at NYU.
(c) He is worried about being away from hisparents.
(d) He is excited to explore his queerness without restrictions.

5. What concern does Lisa express about her friendships when Hari and Timothy become serious partnerships?
(a) She wants to be included in their wedding plans.
(b) She feels neglected and forgotten.
(c) She worries about her friends' financial stability.
(d) She fears that her friends will move away.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Hari describe the impact of harm?

2. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 14: A Prayer for Healing," what does Hari mean by "misafropedia" (186)?

3. \In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 16: A Prayer for Freedom," what does Hari's father reminisce about regarding his childhood?

4. How does Hari view punishment and carceral thinking?

5. Why does Hari mention cases like Larry Nassar's and their impact on survivors' perceptions of harm?

Short Essay Questions

1. 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?

2. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 9: "Representation Matters?", describe the concept of the "carceral gaze" (119) and explain how the author proposes to challenge and redefine representation. How does the essay advocate for alternative platforms and narratives to counteract the influence of the carceral gaze.

3. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 10: "A Prayer for Choice", how does the metaphor of being "buried" and "digging" (136) relate to Hari's struggles with self-acceptance and societal norms?

4. In Canto III: Free Chapter 16: "A Prayer for Freedom," reflect on Hari's struggle to reconcile his memories and perceptions of his father's actions with his father's denial. How does this internal conflict affect Hari's sense of self and his relationship with his father?

5. 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?

6. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 10: "A Prayer for Choice," how does the relationship between Hari and his cousin Justus reflect the theme of acceptance?

7. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 11: "My Gender is Black," how does Hari's understanding of his nonbinary gender identity challenge traditional concepts of gender?

8. 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?

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

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

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