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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1: Black Matters.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following elements of racism does Morrison say studies of racism focus on?
(a) People who have failed as a result of racism.
(b) Origin of racism.
(c) Why literature is racist.
(d) Consequences of racism.

2. In the attack on Algeria, what does Cardinal see?
(a) Vengeful slaughter of an innocent.
(b) White slaughter of a black mother.
(c) White slaughter of an Indian mother.
(d) White slaughter of a white mother.

3. What does The Words to Say It document about the author?
(a) The author's literary criticism of literature.
(b) The author's feelings about Africanist literature.
(c) The author's therapy and healing.
(d) The author's relationship.

4. Which of the following does Morrison say studies of racism focus on?
(a) Abusers.
(b) Accusers.
(c) Activists.
(d) Victims.

5. What hidden signals does Morrison look for?
(a) Genderization.
(b) Africanization.
(c) Racial superiority.
(d) An author's true feelings about people.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Morrison attribute as being the most sensitive type of artist?

2. What is the name of Sapphira's slave?

3. Where does Morrison's vulnerability lie?

4. What is assumed about literature much of the time, in Morrison's point of view?

5. Who was Cardinal warned against having relationships with?

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