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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15: But What if I Hate Al Sharpton? - Chapter 17: Talking is Great but What Else Can I Do?.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The division director suggested that Oluo see a documentary film about what subject?
(a) Skin.
(b) Stereotypes.
(c) Hair.
(d) Court.

2. What habit did Oluo develop as a result of white people telling her that her hair is "poufy" (128)?
(a) She wore hats.
(b) She pulled her hair out.
(c) She twirled her hair.
(d) She constantly patted her head.

3. What is NOT a trait of her own writing that Oluo mentions as something she gave her readers that many other writers did not offer?
(a) Honesty.
(b) Authenticity.
(c) Intelligence.
(d) Utility.

4. How many bulleted items are included in Oluo's list of reminders in Chapter 15: But What if I Hate Al Sharpton? for people of color having their tone policed?
(a) 5.
(b) 3.
(c) 1.
(d) 9.

5. What metaphorical element does Oluo use within the Introduction to characterize racism?
(a) A monster.
(b) A tornado.
(c) A mummy.
(d) A hurricane.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is NOT a quality Oluo attributes to the main people racism was created to benefit?

2. Over how many hours did Oluo engage with her coworker online the evening of the described altercation?

3. How many rules does Oluo name when she provides a litmus test for whether an issue is about race or not?

4. How old was Oluo the first time she was called the 'n word'?

5. In which year of high school did Oluo attend a conference for promising students of color?

(see the answer key)

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