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1. Why did Audre Lorde make the trip to Russia as she describes it at the start of the book?

Audre Lorde made the trip to Russia in order to be an American observer for the Union of Soviet Writers' African Asian Writers Conference.

2. What are some of the physical observations that Audre Lorde makes about the city of Moscow?

Audre Lorde says that Moscow is very much like New York, though it has very clean subway stations, everyone is white, and the people are friendlier.

3. What is the complaint that Helen tells Audre Lorde about the Russian working class, although Lorde disagrees?

Helen complains about the Russian working class having reverse snobbery toward those identified as intellectuals.

4. What is the state of Uzbekistan's official position, with which Audre Lorde credits the area for its tolerance?

Audre Lorde credits the official position against nationalism and racism for the atmosphere of tolerance and acceptance.

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