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Who is the author of The Hate U Give?
Who is the author of The Hate U Give?
Angie Thomas
Who is Starr?
Who is Starr?
The protagonist of the story
What is the name of the town that Starr lives in?
What is the name of the town that Starr lives in?
Garden Heights
Kenya and Starr are related.
Kenya and Starr are related.
Who is Seven?
Who is Seven?
Where are Starr and Kenya at the beginning of the story?
Where are Starr and Kenya at the beginning of the story?
Who does Starr reunite with at the party?
Who does Starr reunite with at the party?
What musical artist do Khalil and Starr listen to on the drive?
What musical artist do Khalil and Starr listen to on the drive?
What reason is given for why Khalil's car is pulled over?
What reason is given for why Khalil's car is pulled over?
How many times is Khalil shot?
How many times is Khalil shot?
What is Khalil doing when he is shot?
What is Khalil doing when he is shot?
Who is Sekani?
Who is Sekani?
Who is King and who is he related to?
Who is King and who is he related to?
Who is Maverick?
Who is Maverick?
What is important to know about Maverick's past?
What is important to know about Maverick's past?
What is the name of Starr's friend that died when she was 10?
What is the name of Starr's friend that died when she was 10?
Who is Lisa?
Who is Lisa?
Who is Iesha?
Who is Iesha?
Who is Uncle Carlos?
Who is Uncle Carlos?
What is Uncle Carlos's job?
What is Uncle Carlos's job?
What is wrong with Khalil's mom?
What is wrong with Khalil's mom?
Who is Chris?
Who is Chris?
What show do both Starr and Chris like?
What show do both Starr and Chris like?
Flashcards
Angie Thomas
Angie Thomas
Author of The Hate U Give.
Starr Carter
Starr Carter
Protagonist living in Garden Heights.
Garden Heights
Garden Heights
Neighborhood characterized by crime and poverty.
Kenya
Kenya
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Seven
Seven
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Sekani
Sekani
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Maverick
Maverick
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Lisa
Lisa
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Iesha
Iesha
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Uncle Carlos
Uncle Carlos
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Chris
Chris
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Khalil
Khalil
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Tupac
Tupac
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Traffic stop
Traffic stop
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Police violence
Police violence
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Natasha
Natasha
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Drug addiction
Drug addiction
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Gang violence
Gang violence
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Systemic racism
Systemic racism
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Cultural ties
Cultural ties
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Study Notes
Author and Setting
- Angie Thomas is the author of The Hate U Give.
- Starr Carter, the main character, lives in Garden Heights, a neighborhood marked by crime and poverty.
Characters
- Starr is the protagonist who grapples with identity and social injustice.
- Kenya, Starr’s acquaintance, is not related to her, despite common assumptions.
- Seven is the half-brother to both Starr and Kenya.
- Sekani is Starr’s younger brother, reinforcing family dynamics in the story.
- Maverick serves as the father figure to Starr, Seven, and Sekani and has a complicated past involving gang involvement and imprisonment.
- Lisa is Starr and Sekani's mother, aiming to provide a loving home amidst challenging circumstances.
- Iesha, the mother of Seven and Kenya, has ties to the gang represented by King.
- Uncle Carlos, a police officer, is Lisa’s brother, introducing law enforcement perspectives into the narrative.
- Chris is Starr's boyfriend, representing her connection to a more privileged world.
Major Events
- The story begins at a party where Starr reunites with Khalil, her childhood friend.
- Khalil and Starr bond over listening to Tupac during a drive, showcasing cultural connections.
- Khalil's tragic traffic stop occurs due to a broken tail light, setting off a chain of events.
- Khalil is shot three times while checking on Starr's well-being, a critical scene illustrating police violence.
- Starr reflects on the death of her friend Natasha, who was murdered when Starr was ten, emphasizing themes of loss and trauma.
Social Issues
- Khalil's mother struggles with drug addiction, highlighting the challenges faced by families in their community.
- Themes of gang violence are introduced through King, a gang leader related to Kenya, illustrating the dangers of that lifestyle.
- The narrative explores the impact of police brutality and systemic racism, as seen through Khalil's wrongful death.
Cultural References
- Shared enjoyment of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air signifies cultural ties and nostalgia among young characters.
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Test your knowledge with these flashcards covering the first eight chapters of 'The Hate U Give' by Angie Thomas. Each card focuses on key characters, settings, and plot points that are essential to understanding the story. Perfect for reviewing important concepts before diving deeper into the book.
