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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. What was Steele doing on the afternoon of the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1986?
(a) Arguing with his parents about the injustices of blacks.
(b) Listening to an interview about the state of black America.
(c) Completing a homework assignment about race relations.
(d) Participating in a 'black panther' meeting.

2. In what way did Steele say 'black innocence affects society and the government?
(a) It only affects the white community and makes it feel inferior.
(b) It requires them to implement change.
(c) It doesn't affect society or government.
(d) It only affects the black community and allows it to feel superior.

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

4. When someone uses their race to avoid addressing how he / she really feels about something, the person is engaging in what, said Steele?
(a) Race-holding.
(b) Denial.
(c) Truth.
(d) Racial expression.

5. What topic of discussion did Steele and his friends 'suddenly' bring up?
(a) Relationships.
(b) Race.
(c) Careers.
(d) Sex.

Short Answer Questions

1. What type of shock did Steele say individuals are said to be a part of when in mixed-race situations?

2. According to Steele, what did he have to remember and forget when writing?

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

4. What did Steele say about the main problem between races in America?

5. What does Steele say would be the secret to writing this book, if there was such a a thing?

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