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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. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 10: A Prayer for Choice," why does Hari feel discomfort when wearing button-down shirts?
2. Why does Hari assume his mother sees him as a child-hazard?
3. Why does Hari feel blindsided by Justus's talk about her queerness?
4. In Canto III: Free, "Chapter 16: A Prayer for Freedom," what does Hari remember about his childhood bathroom sessions with his father?
5. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 11: My Gender is Black," why does Hari believe people assume Khia is a male dog?
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 13: "Logging Out of Passport Twitter," discuss the significance of setting healthy boundaries in Hari's relationship with Cloud.
3. In Canto II: Queer, Chapter 12: "A Prayer for New Language," how does Hari's engagement to Timothy challenge traditional notions of love and marriage?
4. 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?
5. 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?
6. 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?
7. In Canto III: Free Chapter 16: "A Prayer for Freedom," explore the significance of the bathroom sessions between Hari and his father as a form of bonding and communication. How does this ritual reflect Hari's longing for a deeper connection with his father and grandfather?
8. 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.
9. 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?
10. 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?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Chapter 19, discuss the significance of art and creative expression in Hari Ziyad's life. How do their experiences with art, writing, and performance contribute to his self-discovery and connection with others?
Essay Topic 2
Chapter 19 highlights Hari's experiences with microaggressions, discrimination, and violence. Discuss how Ziyad addresses these experiences and his emotional impact and analyze the strategies he uses to cope and find resilience.
Essay Topic 3
In Chapter 14, discuss the impact of nostalgia on Hari Ziyad's journey, considering how revisiting past memories influences his present understanding of self.
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