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Who is the author of The Hate U Give?
Angie Thomas
Who is Starr?
The protagonist of the story
What is the name of the town that Starr lives in?
Garden Heights
Kenya and Starr are related.
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Who is Seven?
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Where are Starr and Kenya at the beginning of the story?
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Who does Starr reunite with at the party?
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What musical artist do Khalil and Starr listen to on the drive?
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What reason is given for why Khalil's car is pulled over?
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How many times is Khalil shot?
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What is Khalil doing when he is shot?
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Who is Sekani?
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Who is King and who is he related to?
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Who is Maverick?
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What is important to know about Maverick's past?
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What is the name of Starr's friend that died when she was 10?
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Who is Lisa?
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Who is Iesha?
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Who is Uncle Carlos?
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What is Uncle Carlos's job?
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What is wrong with Khalil's mom?
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Who is Chris?
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What show do both Starr and Chris like?
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What happens when Starr interviews with the police officers?
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What is the badge number of the officer that shot Khalil?
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What sport does Starr play?
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What comment does Hailey make during the basketball game?
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How does Starr describe Khalil's body at the funeral?
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Who is Ms. Ofrah?
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Who shows up to Khalil's funeral?
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What do Seven and Starr sneak out to do?
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Why do Starr and her siblings stay at Uncle Carlos' for a few days?
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What does DeVante ask Maverick for help with?
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Why do students at Williamson 'protest' Khalil's death?
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How does Starr react to the 'protest' at Williamson?
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Who first snitches on King on live TV?
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Maverick confronts Mr. Lewis about his interview. What happens while they are arguing?
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Why is Kenya angry at Starr?
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Who does DeVante stay with while hiding from King?
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What is 115's real name?
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What happens to Mr. Lewis after he snitches on King?
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What ethnicity is Maya?
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What item did 115 mistake for a gun?
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What is the nickname does Starr's mom call her?
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Why does Maverick say that he named Starr Starr?
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The Hate U Give is based off of what political movement?
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Who does Kenya have a crush on?
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Maverick mostly follows the teachings of who?
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What do Uncle Carlos and Starr's parents disagree on?
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What did DeVante take from King?
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What is Starr Carter?
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Who is Khalil Harris?
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Who is Maverick Carter (Big Mav)?
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Who is Lisa Carter?
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Who is Seven?
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Who is Kenya?
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Who is Chris?
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Who is Uncle Carlos?
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Who is Hailey?
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Who is Maya?
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Who is King?
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Who is Iesha?
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Who is Sekani?
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Who is 115/ Officer Brian Cruise?
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Who is Mr. Lewis?
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Who is Mrs. Rosalie?
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Who is Brenda?
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Who is Natasha?
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Who is Layla?
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What clothing item that Starr is wearing does Kenya point out, because it's out of place at the party?
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What information does Starr find out about Khalil's grandma at the party?
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Why do Starr and Khalil leave the party quickly?
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Garden Heights has primarily two rival gangs, the King Lords and the Garden Disciples. Which one did Starr's dad, Maverick, used to be a part of?
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When Starr and Khalil get pulled over, what does Starr ask Khalil immediately?
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What does Khalil do right before he is shot?
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What does Starr think about when she wakes up the next morning?
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In Chapter 6, when they arrive at the police station, the detectives that interview Starr mention Uncle Carlos, and how he...
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In Chapter 6, what does Starr remind herself while being interviewed by the detectives?
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In Chapter 7, what makes Starr upset while playing basketball?
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In Chapter 8, who shows up at Khalil's funeral, and why does that disappoint Starr?
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In Chapter 8, what does Ms. Ofrah announce at the funeral?
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In Chapter 11, why do students at Starr's school protest Khalil's death?
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In Chapter 11, what does Starr ask her teachers to do?
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Study Notes
Author and Setting
- Angie Thomas is the author of The Hate U Give.
- Starr lives in Garden Heights, a community marked by gang rivalry.
Characters and Relationships
- Starr is the main protagonist, navigating her identity and the aftermath of trauma.
- Kenya is not related to Starr but is a friend; they share a half-brother, Seven.
- Seven is both Kenya and Starr's half-brother, protective of his siblings.
- Sekani is Starr's younger brother, 8 years old.
- Maverick, known as Big Mav, is Starr's father, a former gang member striving to keep his family safe.
- Lisa Carter, Starr’s mother, is a hospital worker, contributing to the family's stability.
- Iesha is the mother of Kenya and Seven, involved with gang leader King.
- Uncle Carlos, a police officer, is Lisa's brother and played a fatherly role when Big Mav was incarcerated.
Key Events
- The story begins at a party where Starr reunites with childhood friend Khalil.
- Khalil's car is stopped due to a broken tail light, leading to his tragic shooting by Officer 115.
- Khalil is shot three times while asking Starr if she is okay during the encounter.
- Starr struggles with her dual life, feeling pressure to remain silent about her experiences.
Social Issues and Community Dynamics
- Khalil's mother, Brenda, battles addiction, highlighting struggles in their community.
- The narrative addresses themes of racial injustice, youth gang culture, and police violence.
- Khalil’s funeral becomes a focal point for tension, with gang members attending, complicating Starr's grief.
Personal Struggles
- Starr deals with the pain of loss, referencing Natasha, a childhood friend who also died violently.
- At school, Starr faces microaggressions, such as a racist comment made by her friend Hailey during a basketball game.
- The protests at Williamson High are more about skipping class than advocating for Khalil, which frustrates Starr.
Community Action and Advocacy
- Ms. Ofrah, a social justice activist, seeks to empower Starr to share her truth about Khalil's death.
- Mr. Lewis, a local barber, bravely speaks out against King, risking his safety in the process.
Subplots and Conflicts
- DeVante, a character hiding from King, seeks assistance from Maverick, showing the intertwined lives in their community.
- Starr's internal conflict is highlighted as she grapples with being a voice for Khalil while facing pressure from her community and peers.
- The differing views on police engagement between Maverick and Uncle Carlos create tension within Starr’s family.
Cultural References
- Starr and Khalil bond over listening to Tupac, symbolizing the struggles and aspirations of their community.
- The title The Hate U Give reflects the Black Lives Matter movement, underscoring the story's engagement with social justice.
Final Thoughts
- The narrative emphasizes the complexity of identity, safety, and community ties amidst adversity.
- Starr's journey reflects the challenges of speaking out against injustice while navigating the duality of her upbringing in a challenging environment.
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