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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 period in time did Steele refer to as 'turbulent'?
(a) 60's.
(b) 50's.
(c) 70's.
(d) 80's.

2. What is the reason for the accusation against Steele in Chapter 2?
(a) Because he has openly made racial slurs against whites.
(b) Because he is a part of the middle class.
(c) Because he has openly made racial slurs against blacks.
(d) Because he cannot articulate his opinions.

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

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

5. What did Steele learn about himself when writing The Content of Our Character?
(a) That he was not a great writer after all.
(b) How he thought.
(c) It was necessary to write the book with a partner.
(d) How others viewed him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What profession did Chapter 2 say Steele worked in?

2. According to Chapter 2, many blacks are afraid to do what?

3. What topic of discussion did Steele and his friends 'suddenly' bring up?

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

5. Which of the following is the 'greatest barrier to black progress', according to Steele?

(see the answer key)

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