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Which book was ranked #1 as the most challenged book in Canada in 2022?
Which book was ranked #1 as the most challenged book in Canada in 2022?
- The Bluest Eye
- Gender Queer: A Memoir
- Beloved
- The Handmaid's Tale: The Graphic Novel (correct)
Which book led to a Texas teacher being fired?
Which book led to a Texas teacher being fired?
- The Handmaid's Tale: The Graphic Novel (correct)
- Gender Queer: A Memoir
- The Bluest Eye
- Beloved
Which book by Toni Morrison was ranked #3 on the list for most challenged book in 2022?
Which book by Toni Morrison was ranked #3 on the list for most challenged book in 2022?
- Song of Solomon
- Sula
- Beloved (correct)
- Jazz
Which country's school division rejected the call to remove library books on sexuality and gender identity?
Which country's school division rejected the call to remove library books on sexuality and gender identity?
Which U.S. magazine distributed a truckload of free books to fight censorship?
Which U.S. magazine distributed a truckload of free books to fight censorship?
Study Notes
Most Challenged Books in Canada
- "Gender Queer: A Memoir" by Maia Kobabe was ranked #1 as the most challenged book in Canada in 2022.
Book Censorship in Texas
- "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian" by Sherman Alexie led to a Texas teacher being fired.
Toni Morrison's Challenged Work
- "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison was ranked #3 on the list for most challenged book in 2022.
Canadian School Division Resists Censorship
- The Edmonton Public School Board (EPSB) in Alberta, Canada rejected the call to remove library books on sexuality and gender identity.
Magazine Fights Censorship
- "The New Yorker" Magazine distributed a truckload of free books to fight censorship.
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Description
Test your knowledge of banned and challenged books in Canada and beyond with this quiz. Explore controversial titles such as "Gender Queer," "Handmaid's Tale," and "The Bluest Eye," and learn about the impact of book bans in schools and communities. Understand the ongoing issues related to censorship and book challenges, and stay informed about recent news articles on book censorship.
