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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Being Black and Feeling Blue, Black Hesitation on the Brink.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the beginning of Chapter 1, how many of his friends was Steele sipping chardonnay with?
(a) Three.
(b) Seven.
(c) Twelve.
(d) Two.

2. What type of barrier did Steele say is the most powerful barrier blocking black progress?
(a) Psychological.
(b) Social.
(c) Physiological.
(d) Financial.

3. Which of the following is the 'greatest barrier to black progress', according to Steele?
(a) Racism.
(b) Education.
(c) Government.
(d) Self-hatred.

4. In terms of responding to racial insecurity, what did Steele comment blacks do with regard to names for themselves?
(a) Create more.
(b) Ask other races if they think the names make sense.
(c) Make sure all non-blacks know what they are.
(d) Get rid of some.

5. According to Chapter 2, many blacks are afraid to do what?
(a) Expand their lives.
(b) Talk about slavery.
(c) Declare pride for their race.
(d) Compete against whites for jobs.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Steele, what race is considered the most 'despised' race?

2. Many blacks have chosen to feel what way, according to Steele?

3. What two adjectives did Steele use to describe his editor?

4. Steele said the only way to solve racial problems is to focus on what?

5. What did Steele say is the driving force when one gives utmost attention to race?

(see the answer key)

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