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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through "Tribe".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Lalami, the following is a definition of what: “a system that gives members of the dominant group both immediate and generational benefits that are not accessible to members of non-dominant groups” (99).
(a) Sexism.
(b) Prejudice.
(c) The United States Government.
(d) Racism.

2. Who accompanied Lalami to her citizenship ceremony at the Pomona Fairplex in Los Angeles?
(a) Her sister.
(b) Her husband.
(c) Her father.
(d) Her mother.

3. In "Faith," Lalami cites an article in Dabiq magazined entitled "The Extinction of the Gray Zone." What did this article praise?
(a) Lalami's novel, Moor's Account for its historical account of the enslavement of Muslims.
(b) The Iraq War for attempting to bring democracy to Iraq.
(c) The Boston Marathon bombing for increasing security at large events.
(d) The September 11 attacks for inspiring a new group of Islam militants.

4. What is one thing George W. Bush did, which Lalami suggests made Muslims feel "seen and heard for the first time" (8) in "Allegiance"?
(a) He invited Talat Othman to deliver Muslim prayer at the Republican National Convention.
(b) He brought to light the media's negative portrayal of Muslims.
(c) He nominated a Muslim Vice President.
(d) He nominated the first Muslim Supreme Court justice.

5. In "Assimilation," what reason does Lalami cite for why enslaved peoples were not taught to read?
(a) It was believed that literacy would lead to rebellion.
(b) They already knew how to read.
(c) They showed no interest in learning to read.
(d) There were no teachers available.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which presidential candidate does Lalami say had to go to great lengths to show his love for America?

2. Lalami states that Trump's Muslim ban was another another attempt to maintain what?

3. At the start of "Tribe," Lalami states that white people tend to be uncomfortable discussing what subject?

4. What are some things Lalami says Border patrol agents are allowed to ask for at U.S. checkpoints?

5. What was George W. Bush scheduled to do the afternoon of September 11, 2001?

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