Disgraced Quiz

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When Amir uses the word "nigger" to describe himself at the law firm where he works, what is he suggesting about his identity?

That he and Jory, who is African-American, are being treated in the same racially defined way by the people who run the firm.

That he is regarded as a lesser human being by the people who run the firm.

That he is determined to escape the "slavery" imposed on him by the people who run the firm.

That he and Jory have to work together to overcome the prejudice they face from the people who run the firm.

In terms of events earlier in the play, Isaac’s experience with Amir in Scene 3 is equivalent to what? (from Scene 3, Parts 4 and 5)

The story Amir told about feeling a thrill as the result of watching the 9/11 attacks.

The confrontation between Amir and Isaac about the relationship between Islam and Judaism.

The confrontation between Amir and Abe.

The story Amir told about spitting on the face of the Jewish girl.

In Amir’s eyes, his relationship with his bosses is equivalent to what?

The relationship of a slave to his masters.

The relationship of a slave to another slave

The relationship of a slave to an animal.

The relationship of a master to his slave.

What is the probable reason that Amir is concerned about what his bosses at the law firm will think about Emily’s painting? (from Scene 2)

He’s afraid it will make them think he’s being controlled by his wife.

He’s afraid it will make them think he wants to quit his job and be a model.

He’s afraid it will make them think he has a wild private life.

He’s afraid it will make them think he’s unprofessional.

What is the most likely reason Jory leaves the party with Amir in Scene 3? (from Scene 3, Parts 1, 2, and 3)

She wants to express her anger at him for his attitude about 9/11.

She wants to express her anger at him for his attitude towards her husband.

She wants to tell him something about Isaac and her relationship.

She wants to tell him something about the situation at work.