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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Race-Holding.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Steele stated that although some of his life experiences may be different from other races, what is true?
(a) He is of a superior race.
(b) He is of an inferior race.
(c) There is nothing different in the processes that drive his mind.
(d) He should not be judged by his race.

2. What profession did Chapter 2 say Steele worked in?
(a) Teaching.
(b) Politics.
(c) Medicine.
(d) Law.

3. According to Chapter 2, many blacks are afraid to do what?
(a) Compete against whites for jobs.
(b) Expand their lives.
(c) Declare pride for their race.
(d) Talk about slavery.

4. What inflates the individual seeking power over another, according to Steele?
(a) Greed.
(b) Innocence.
(c) Ignorance.
(d) Pride.

5. In what state does Steele work?
(a) New York.
(b) Montana.
(c) Texas.
(d) California.

Short Answer Questions

1. Steele said that being which of the following 'in no way spares one from being human'?

2. What did an old professor of Steele's say?

3. What group do many blacks say 'failed to recognize' what Steele failed to recognize?

4. Complete Steele's statement. 'Race indeed remains a source of white ____.'

5. What type of shock did Steele say individuals are said to be a part of when in mixed-race situations?

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