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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 does Steele say would be the secret to writing this book, if there was such a a thing?
(a) Commence with the premise that all races are composed of humans.
(b) Politics plays a key role in the separation of race, of which he writes.
(c) He is only writing from a subjective point-of-view.
(d) He is only writing from an objective point-of-view.

2. In Steele's mind, what undermines the struggles for freedom?
(a) Living in predominantly white neighborhoods.
(b) Accepting defeat.
(c) Having Chinese friends, as a black person.
(d) Advancing from being poor to the middle class.

3. 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 doesn't affect society or government.
(c) It only affects the black community and allows it to feel superior.
(d) It requires them to implement change.

4. 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.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How did consciousness change for blacks from the early 60's to the late 60's, in Steele's opinion?

2. Of Jesse Jackson, Steele said he addresses the feeling of powerlessness in the following way(s):

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

4. What inflates the individual seeking power over another, according to Steele?

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

(see the answer key)

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