The Hands of the Black" Short Story Analysis Quiz
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According to the text, what is the main theme of the short story 'The Hands of the Black'?

  • The curiosity of a schoolboy
  • Racial discrimination (correct)
  • The offensive explanation given by the teacher
  • The evolution of black people
  • What explanation is given by the teacher about the hands of the black people?

  • The black people used to walk on all fours like monkeys (correct)
  • The black people have palms without tan
  • The black people are curious
  • The black people didn't evolve as fast as the white ones
  • Who raises the question about the hands of the black people in the story?

  • The schoolboy
  • The narrator
  • The schoolteacher (correct)
  • The adults
  • What is the initial question asked by the schoolboy in the story?

    <p>Why do black people have black hands?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does it take to read the full story 'The Hands of the Black'?

    <p>A couple of minutes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what is the offensive explanation given by the teacher about the hands of the black people?

    <p>The black people have palms without tan as a memory of walking on all fours like monkeys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can the comprehension of the questions and answers about the hands of the black people reveal?

    <p>The racial discrimination in society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who initially raises the question about the hands of the black people in the story?

    <p>The narrator's schoolteacher</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of the short story 'The Hands of the Black'?

    <p>The impact of racial discrimination</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the comprehension of the questions and answers about the hands of the black people say about the world of racial discrimination?

    <p>It exposes the unfair treatment of black people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Short Story 'The Hands of the Black'

    • The main theme of the story is racial discrimination.

    The Teacher's Explanation

    • The teacher provides an offensive explanation about the hands of black people.

    The Question about the Hands of the Black People

    • The question is raised by a schoolboy in the story.
    • The initial question asked by the schoolboy is about the hands of the black people.

    Comprehension of the Questions and Answers

    • The comprehension of the questions and answers about the hands of the black people reveals the world of racial discrimination.
    • It can also reveal the biased and offensive views of the teacher.

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    Quiz: Analyzing "The Hands of the Black" Short Story Test your understanding of Bernardo Honwana's thought-provoking short story, "The Hands of the Black." This quiz will challenge your ability to analyze the story's themes, characters, and underlying messages. Dive deep into the narrative and explore the complexities within this captivating literary work.

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