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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Rose By Any Other Name (pages 47-71).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was Tamir Rice when he was shot?
(a) 21.
(b) Two.
(c) 12.
(d) Six.

2. What is "the Yard"?
(a) A strip of green grass near the White House where protesters gather.
(b) An area near the docks in Virginia where students gather.
(c) A club in downtown Atlanta.
(d) A communal green space at Howard University when students gather.

3. According to the author, the purpose of the public school system is to:
(a) Create conformity.
(b) Provide a safe haven.
(c) Inspire minds.
(d) Point to the road of success.

4. Where does the author begin his memoir?
(a) During an interview.
(b) At an auction.
(c) During a riot.
(d) In a bar.

5. According to the author, how does racism affect the body?
(a) Violence eventually damages the body.
(b) The soul is made weak.
(c) Metal distress creates mental discord.
(d) Stress causes early aging.

Short Answer Questions

1. What advantages has the author's son had growing up?

2. Where is Howard University located?

3. According to the author, America believes itself to be:

4. How does the author describe the classroom?

5. Whom does the author describe as "the God I never had"?

(see the answer key)

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