Heavy: An American Memoir Overview Quiz

What is the title of Kiese Laymon's memoir?

Question Answer Choices American Life Weight of the World Black and Blue Heavy

What addiction does Kiese Laymon's mother struggle with in 'Heavy'?

Question Answer Choices Alcohol Shopping Gambling Drugs

What is Kiese Laymon's profession as mentioned in 'Heavy'?

Question Answer Choices Professor of History Professor of English and Creative Writing Professor of Political Science Professor of Sociology

At which college did Kiese Laymon work as an adjunct professor?

Question Answer Choices Yale University Princeton University Harvard University Vassar College

What is a recurring theme in Kiese Laymon's 'Heavy'?

Question Answer Choices His relationship with his mother His relationship with his father His journey through different countries His experiences with sports

What is one of the themes addressed in 'Heavy' by Kiese Laymon?

Question Answer Choices Technological advancements Racial and social issues Environmental issues Economic policies

Who is the author of 'Heavy: An American Memoir'?

Question Answer Choices Jesmyn Ward Roxane Gay Kiese Laymon Ta-Nehisi Coates

In which city did Kiese Laymon grow up, as described in 'Heavy'?

Question Answer Choices Memphis, Tennessee Birmingham, Alabama Atlanta, Georgia Jackson, Mississippi