Classified by David E. Bernstein
- 1. In his thought-provoking novel 'Classified', David E. Bernstein weaves a compelling narrative that delves into the complexities of identity, secrets, and the intricate web of relationships that bind individuals to their pasts. Set against a backdrop of psychological intrigue, the story begins with the main character, Alex, who unearths a hidden dossier that reveals startling truths about his family and their connections to a clandestine organization. As he navigates through layers of deception, Alex is forced to confront not only the external threats posed by those who wish to keep the past buried but also the internal struggles of loyalty and betrayal. Through Bernstein's masterful prose, readers are invited on a journey that challenges their perceptions of right and wrong and prompts them to question the price of uncovering the truth. The richly developed characters, accompanied by a tightly woven plot, culminate in a gripping climax that leaves readers pondering the implications of knowledge and the burdens it carries. 'Classified' is not just a story about secrets; it is an exploration of what it means to be human in a world where identity can be as fluid as the information we seek to uncover.
What controversial 1977 directive does Bernstein discuss in 'Classified'?
A) The Civil Rights Act
B) Executive Order 9066
C) The Patriot Act
D) Statistical Policy Directive 15
- 2. According to Bernstein, what problematic practice did Directive 15 institutionalize?
A) Rigid racial and ethnic categories
B) Gender-based classification
C) Age discrimination in hiring
D) Religious preference recording
- 3. What is Bernstein's professional background?
A) Sociology professor
B) Government statistician
C) Biologist and geneticist
D) Law professor and legal historian
- 4. Which historical figure's color-blind ideal does Bernstein reference?
A) Booker T. Washington
B) Abraham Lincoln
C) Martin Luther King Jr.
D) Frederick Douglass
- 5. What legal concept does Bernstein argue is undermined by racial classification?
A) Privacy rights
B) Due process
C) Free exercise of religion
D) Equal protection under the law
- 6. Which government program does Bernstein examine as using racial classification?
A) Social Security
B) Medicare
C) Veterans benefits
D) Affirmative action
- 7. Which racial category does Bernstein discuss as particularly problematic?
A) Hispanic/Latino
B) Asian American
C) Native American
D) African American
- 8. What methodological approach does Bernstein use in his research?
A) Ethnographic fieldwork
B) Experimental psychology
C) Historical and legal analysis
D) Statistical modeling
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