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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, I'm Black, You're White, Who's Innocent?, Race and Power in an Era of Blame.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Steele said that being which of the following 'in no way spares one from being human'?
(a) Educated.
(b) Black.
(c) White.
(d) Racist.

2. What two adjectives did Steele use to describe his editor?
(a) Sensitive, understanding.
(b) Caring, considerate.
(c) Bright, hard-working.
(d) Firm, helpful.

3. How did Steele say Bill Cosby deals with the feeling of powerlessness?
(a) He fully agrees.
(b) He ignores.
(c) He bargains.
(d) He challenges.

4. Steele stated that although some of his life experiences may be different from other races, what is true?
(a) He should not be judged by his race.
(b) There is nothing different in the processes that drive his mind.
(c) He is of an inferior race.
(d) He is of a superior race.

5. Steele mentioned that which of the following 'spreads like spilled paint'?
(a) Overcaution.
(b) Intolerance.
(c) Love.
(d) Tolerance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Steele said what of 'black anger'?

2. What did Steele say he had to seek in order to explain 'racial specifics'?

3. What did Steele say of the president mentioned in Chapter 1?

4. What is the oldest formula of aggression, according to Steele?

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

(see the answer key)

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