The Hate U Give Character Analysis

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What role does the character represent in the context of the story?

  • A mentor figure
  • A stereotypical mother (correct)
  • A rebellious teenager
  • A business professional

What event is suggested to have occurred at the beginning of the story?

  • A wedding
  • A funeral
  • A Thanksgiving dinner (correct)
  • A graduation ceremony

What is one of the key relationships depicted in the content?

  • Khalil and Starr (correct)
  • Starr and her parents
  • Starr and King
  • Khalil and the police officer

Which character is identified as having been a former gang member?

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What is suggested by the term 'functional character' in the context provided?

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What role does King play in the storyline?

<p>A gang boss and drug dealer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What common stereotype is suggested to be challenged in the narrative?

<p>Gang members are inherently evil. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What connection is indicated between the elements of the story?

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What event significantly impacts Khalil's character in the storyline?

<p>Being shot by a police officer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character is likely to be portrayed as part of the majority demographic?

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What does the 'snapshot' of Thanksgiving suggest about the characters involved?

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What does Starr think about Khalil?

<p>He is a nice guy. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the police officer characterized in the content?

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What is a primary theme inferred from the content provided?

<p>Societal expectations and stereotypes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Khalil's life is emphasized in the comparison to the larger societal system?

<p>The danger he faces due to stereotypes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the content suggest about Khalil's behavior before the tragic event?

<p>He was often misunderstood. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Starr struggle with in her life?

<p>Balancing between two worlds (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about Starr's family is true?

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What aspect of Starr's narrative makes it non-stereotypical?

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How does Maya relate to the concept of social disadvantage?

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What is the primary concern of Starr's parents regarding her upbringing?

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Which of the following best describes the thematic conflict in Starr's life?

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What does the term 'community' imply in Starr's context?

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What is a key factor in Starr's experience of balancing her lives?

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What character trait is associated with Lisa?

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Which character is specifically associated with the term 'Sneakerhead'?

<p>Druan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What negative trait is attributed to Haley in the content?

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Which character is indicated as having started selling shoes?

<p>Druan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'good persona' encompass in the context provided?

<p>Being caring and addressing injustice (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which event is connected to the character being described as racist?

<p>The 'Fried-Chicken' episode (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context, what familial relationship does Druan hold?

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What aspect of injustice does the character react to?

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Flashcards

Sneakerhead

Someone who is passionate about collecting and wearing sneakers.

Persona

A person's typical behavior and personality.

Injustice

The act of being unfair or biased.

Caring

A caring and supportive person.

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Racist

A person who believes in the superiority of one race over others.

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Good Person

A person who acts morally and ethically.

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StartedSellingDruan

A person who starts selling drugs.

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Cheapest

The cheapest option, often referring to food.

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"The Hate U Give"

The novel "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas tells the story of Starr Carter.

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Khalil

The character Khalil is a young man in "The Hate U Give" who is shot and killed by a police officer.

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"tiny piece in a big system"

Khalil's death is portrayed as a small detail in a larger system of racial injustice.

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King

King is a character often portrayed as arrogant and self-serving in "The Hate U Give".

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Khalil vs. King

The comparison between Khalil and King highlights the complex relationship between individuals and the larger systems they inhabit.

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Starr

Starr is a young woman in "The Hate U Give" who becomes the voice for injustice after witnessing Khalil's death.

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Themes of "The Hate U Give"

The novel "The Hate U Give" explores how individuals navigate the complexities of race and socioeconomic disparities.

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Relationships in "The Hate U Give"

The novel "The Hate U Give" explores the complexities of relationships in a society marked by inequality.

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Functional Character

A character that is vital to the plot and drives the story forward.

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Stereotypical Character

A character who represents a common stereotype or an expected image.

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Maverick Character

A character who is distinct from others and defies expectations.

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Function Connection

The role a character plays in the story and how they contribute to the plot.

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Representative Character

A character who is strongly associated with a particular cultural or social group.

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Stereotypical Character

A character who is portrayed as being typical of a certain group.

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Functional Character

A character who is crucial to the story's progression and development.

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Representative Character

A character that embodies a particular set of traits often related to ethnicity or social background.

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Starr's 'two worlds'

Starr's life involves navigating two distinct worlds, characterized by different social and cultural environments.

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Non-stereotypical story

The story challenges stereotypes by presenting a protagonist who embraces both her community and her family's priorities.

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Balancing two lives

Starr's character is characterized by balancing her two lives, successfully managing the pressures of her community and her safer, more privileged world.

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Starr's duality

Starr's character is defined by her ability to function effectively in both worlds, demonstrating a strong sense of identity.

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Maya's difference

The character Maya is introduced as being different from Starr, emphasizing the importance of diversity and individual perspectives.

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Maya's role

The character Maya emphasizes the theme of acceptance and understanding, highlighting the importance of embracing differences.

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Lord's commitment

The character Lord is portrayed as having a strong sense of community and care, highlighting the importance of social responsibility.

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Starr's family's role

Starr's family is portrayed as being protective and supportive, highlighting the importance of familial love.

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Study Notes

The Hate U Give (Angie Thomas)

  • Text from a similar novel
  • Storyline and Character comparison

Khalil

  • Shot by 115
  • Khalil and Starr liked each other
  • Starr liked Khalil
  • Started selling drugs to support his family
  • Good person
  • Injustice (when he was killed)
  • Shot in the beginning, no character development
  • Functional character; important for the story's development

Uncle Carlos

  • Function: connection between the two worlds (police and community)
  • This way the story isn't stereotyped

Starr

  • Lives in between two worlds; balancing between two lives
  • Socially disadvantaged, attends a good school (good student; parents want a safe environment for her)
  • In the beginning: is not sure if she wants to testify; hesitant; not always sure, has doubts
  • In the end: active and protesting for human rights
  • Acts differently at home and at school

Lisa

  • Caring mother
  • Function: single mother – stereotypical
  • Representative of this stereotype

King Lord

  • Boisterous, like a jerk
  • Gang boss/drug dealer
  • Stereotypical character; functional character

Maverick

  • Former gang member
  • Protective about his family
  • Used to be close to King Lord
  • Cares about the community

Holly

  • RACIST
  • Triad/Chicken episode; chicken is the cheapest meat
  • Collage on Thanksgiving
  • Majority white

Maya

  • Also different (has also another ethnicity) – minority

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