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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

In "(drone aftermath)," the language in the first part has what key characteristic, and why it is important? (from Part 6, “borderbus”, Section 1)

It is repetitive, repeating the same image over and over.

It is in the form of dialogue, with the characters speaking to each other directly without narration.

It is deconstructed, broken like the bodies of those hurt or killed in the attack.

It is deconstructed, broken like the crashed drone destroyed in the attack.

2.

If the dove in "White Dove" is seen as a metaphor for a kind of cherished peace, what might "Jack Hawk" be seen as a metaphor for? (from Part 2, “the view with no one”)

Violence and destruction.

Power and courage.

Ego and self-centeredness.

Ambition and truth.

3.

What is the probable meaning of the phrase "jubilant solar face"? (from Part 7, “we are remarkably loud not masked” and Epilogue)

A bird.

A cloud.

The sun.

The sky.

4.

Given the collection's overall interest in the need for, and the act of, revolution, what is the likely meaning of the phrase "We Are Remarkably Loud Not Masked"? (from Part 7, “we are remarkably loud not masked” and Epilogue)

That "we" are starting to become accountable for our racist attitudes and actions.

That "we" are trying to cover up fear and anger with loud words, and not any other kind of mask.

That "we" are starting to stand up for freedom and justice without concern for their identities being discovered.

That "we" are being inspired by the power of art to become the subjects of self-created art.

5.

The poem "Almost Livin', Almost Dyin'" refers to how many people getting shot, and what sorts of people? (from Prologue – Part 1, “ayotzinapa”)

Two young black men; two police officers.

Four young black men; one police officer.

One young black man; three South Asian men.

One young black woman; two police officers.

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