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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Race-Holding.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Steele said what of 'black anger'?
(a) It flatters white power.
(b) It is productive to the black race.
(c) It frightens whites.
(d) It changes the stereotypes of the black race.

3. At the conclusion of the introduction, who did Steele thank?
(a) His dog.
(b) His parents.
(c) His neighbor.
(d) His agent.

4. What did Steele say about the main problem between races in America?
(a) There are no problems between races, it's just a political ploy.
(b) Problems between races is essential to the stability of a country.
(c) They are not just different in race, but compete in power.
(d) They will easily be resolved with time.

5. Many blacks have chosen to feel what way, according to Steele?
(a) Invisible.
(b) Inferior.
(c) Insatiable.
(d) Invincible.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the reason for the accusation against Steele in Chapter 2?

2. What is the race / ethnicity of Steele's wife?

3. Who was Steele's editor for The Content of Our Character?

4. What prompted Steele to begin writing his first book?

5. When one rejects responsibility, what does Steele say that individual is also rejecting?

(see the answer key)

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