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Who is the 15-year-old protagonist and narrator of Long Way Down?
Who is the 15-year-old protagonist and narrator of Long Way Down?
Who was William's brother?
Who was William's brother?
Shawn Holloman
What favorite rappers did Shawn Holloman have?
What favorite rappers did Shawn Holloman have?
Tupac and Biggie
How did Mikey Holloman die?
How did Mikey Holloman die?
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What relationship did Shari Holloman have to William?
What relationship did Shari Holloman have to William?
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What was Tony known for?
What was Tony known for?
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Who is Leticia in William's life?
Who is Leticia in William's life?
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What role did Carlson Riggs play in Shawn's narrative?
What role did Carlson Riggs play in Shawn's narrative?
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Who was Buck in relation to Shawn?
Who was Buck in relation to Shawn?
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What is the name of William's dead childhood friend?
What is the name of William's dead childhood friend?
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What did Uncle Mark dream of becoming?
What did Uncle Mark dream of becoming?
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Who was Frick?
Who was Frick?
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Study Notes
William Holloman
- 15-year-old protagonist and narrator.
- Seeks revenge for his brother's murder by getting on an elevator to confront the killer.
Shawn Holloman
- 19-year-old brother of William, victim of gun violence.
- Kept a gun for potential revenge; influenced by favorite rappers Tupac and Biggie.
- Shot Frick in retaliation for the death of Buck.
Mikey Holloman
- Father of William and Shawn, deceased since Will was 3 years old.
- Killed at a payphone, mistakenly believed to be avenging Uncle Mark's death.
Shari Holloman
- Mother of William and Shawn, wife of Mikey.
- Suffers from severe eczema.
- Older sister had a relationship with Uncle Mark.
Tony
- Will's close friend, also 15 years old.
- Exceptional basketball player, frequently seen at the courts.
- Provided information to Shawn about Buck's killer, present during Buck's shooting.
Leticia
- Girlfriend of Shawn, plays a role in his life.
Marcus Andrews
- Known as the neighborhood know-it-all, shares information and insights about local events.
Carlson Riggs
- Suspected murderer of Shawn, taught him the "penny drop" technique.
Buck
- An older brother and father figure to Shawn, real name James.
- Shot twice in the chest; represents the cycle of violence.
- Raised by a preacher (stepfather) and a bank robber (biological father), illustrating conflicting values.
Dani
- Childhood friend of William who tragically died in an accident.
Uncle Mark
- Deceased uncle of William and Shawn, brother of Mikey.
- Aspiring filmmaker, filmed everything with his camera.
- Turned to drug dealing after losing his camera, ultimately leading to his violent death.
Gee
- Young boy killed by Mikey, mistaken for Uncle Mark's true murderer.
Frick
- Real name Frank, the character responsible for Buck's murder.
- Shot once in the chest by Shawn, linking him directly to the cycle of vengeance.
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This quiz consists of flashcards featuring key characters from the novel 'Long Way Down'. Each card includes the character's name and a brief description, helping you to understand their roles and significance in the story. Perfect for reviewing before a deeper analysis or discussion of the book.
