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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Canto I: Black, "Chapter 5: D*mb Smart," what is Hari's primary reflection on Mr. Smith?
2. Why does Hari feel conflicted about seeking therapy?
3. How does Hari relate the rupture from his childhood to systemic issues?
4. In Canto II: Queer, "Chapter 8: A Prayer for Another World," what contributes to Hari's current sense of isolation?
5. What does Hari's mother's strict religious beliefs lead him to feel?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 7: "Guilt and Gods," how does the chapter's conclusion reflect Hari's growth and readiness to confront his avoidance patterns?
2. In Chapter 4: "A Prayer for Rest," how does the author use vivid metaphors and imagery to convey the experience of anxiety and the impact of external influences on Hari's mental state?
3. In Chapter 5: "D*mb Smart," how do Hari's parents' experiences with their religious community highlight issues of race and discrimination?
4. In Chapter 4: "A Prayer for Rest," how does Hari's pursuit of excellence tie into the broader theme of capitalism?
5. In Chapter 3: "Nowalaters," how does Hari's description of his family dynamics and childhood home highlight the themes of resilience?
6. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: "A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari's exploration of different belief systems reflect his search for a personal connection to spirituality?
7. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: "A Prayer for Limitless," what conflicts or contradictions arise in Hari's pursuit of faith?
8. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 7: "Guilt and Gods," how does Hari's relationship with Michael serve as a catalyst for his self-discovery and emotional growth?
9. In Canto II: Queer Chapter 6: "A Prayer for Limitless," how does Hari's struggle with his beliefs and faith reflect the theme of uncertainty in the text?
10. In Chapter 1: "Carceral Dissonance," how does Hari's experience with inner-child work and therapy reflect his struggle to reconcile his historical awareness of systemic oppression with his personal journey towards healing?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Throughout the memoir, Ziyad engages with the concept of otherness. Analyze the ways in which Hari challenges the idea of being an outsider and explores the complexities of being both different from and similar to others.
Essay Topic 2
In Chapter 9, how does the symbolism of water, as seen throughout the memoir, represent emotional fluidity and the process of healing?
Essay Topic 3
The memoir includes vivid descriptions of urban and rural landscapes that contribute to Hari's sense of place and identity. How do these settings serve as metaphors for his internal journey and external experiences?
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