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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Why does Hari mention cases like Larry Nassar's and their impact on survivors' perceptions of harm?
2. How does Hari view punishment and carceral thinking?
3. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," what is Hari's reaction to Timothy's request to have an open relationship?
4. What impact does the carceral state have on Hari's experience of gender?
5. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 12: A Prayer for New Language," what does Hari find particularly appealing about Timothy's appearance?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Canto III: Free Chapter 14: "A Prayer for Healing," how does Hari draw a connection between historical colonization and current global health challenges? What impact does this connection have on marginalized communities?
2. In Canto III: Free Chapter 15: "Trigger Warning," analyze the impact of societal norms on how sexual violence is perceived and labeled. How does Hari's experience challenge conventional notions of victimhood
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 15: "Trigger Warning," how does the concept of "prison abolition" (192) relate to Hari's exploration of sexual violence and healing?
5. 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?
6. In Canto III: Free Chapter 15: "Trigger Warning," how does Hari's personal narrative highlight the intersection of race, gender, and sexuality in experiences of sexual violence?
7. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 12: "A Prayer for New Language," how does the chapter explore the theme of growth within a romantic relationship?
8. 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?
9. 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?
10. 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.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Explore the significance of memory in the memoir, considering how memories shape Hari Ziyad's understanding of his past, present, and identity.
Essay Topic 2
Explore the representation of gender roles and challenges to traditional norms through individuals like Uncle Xavier and Auntie Rose.
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter 2, discuss the impact of familial relationships on Hari Ziyad's identity formation, drawing from his interactions with Mama, Baba, and other family members.
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