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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What movement was prominent in the late 1960s and early 1970s, emphasizing racial pride and the creation of black political and cultural institutions?
(a) Black Enlightenment.
(b) Black Pride.
(c) Black Righteousness.
(d) Black Power.

2. What non-profit organization aiming to encourage young women to get involved in activism and leadership roles was co-founded by Rebecca Walker?
(a) Fed Up Inc.
(b) Third Wave Foundation.
(c) Woman Power International.
(d) The Sensitivity Society.

3. What belief did Walker's parents reject, as described in Part 2?
(a) The pen is mightier than the sword.
(b) Home is where the heart is.
(c) Love keeps a family strong.
(d) Blood is thicker than water.

4. What did Mel Leventhal's second wife bring for Rebecca Walker on her first visit?
(a) Marshmallows.
(b) Cookies.
(c) Jelly beans.
(d) Chocolate.

5. How does Walker describe her father's skin in Part 3 in comparison with her own?
(a) Pale.
(b) Dark.
(c) Mottled.
(d) Wrinkled.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Walker describe as an illusive part of herself which exists higher than intellect?

2. How did Walker react to her parents' fighting in Part 2?

3. Walker's favorite uncle in Part 3 married an outsider who was what?

4. What would Walker often do in order to avoid uncomfortable feelings when visiting her extended family in Part 3?

5. What group describes itself as "a women-initiated grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, stop new wars, and redirect our resources into healthcare, education, green jobs and other life-affirming activities"?

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