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How many pages are in the book?
444
What is Starr's younger brother name?
Sekani
What is Starr's uncle name?
Uncle Carlos
Who is the author?
Angie Thomas
Who is the two people who's opinion of the book are featured on the cover?
Jason Reynolds and John Green
Why was shoes mentioned often, could it be a form of symbolism?
The Jordans/shoes were mentioned because it represents how much money people have. That if they have a pair they have money.
Why did the previous store owner trust Starr's dad, a criminal to take care of the store?
One bad action doesn't define somebody and who they are. The owner knew that and that he was worth having a second chance.
If Starr were to move out of Garden Heights, would her life be better?
Her life could possibly be better as there would now be less violence, though you can't remove racism.
Does Brenda deserve to break down even though she wasn't there for Khalil?
Yes because she probably regrets her actions and would change it if she could. She still cares and loves him.
How has Starr deal with the trauma of Kahlil getting killed?
She hasn't, she is having nightmares and flashbacks. She hasn't talked about it and get her feelings out.
Why would the author have Kenya and Starr share a brother, but not be related?
I think the author made them that way because to show the connection and care they have for each other, even though they are not family.
Why does Kenya's mom let King, her abuser come back into her life after kicking him out?
It is hard for victims to stop their abusive relationships because it is all they know. They may need the money the man brings and feel that outweigh the bad. They could also think he will change even though that is not the case.
Should Khalil been selling drugs?
No because there could have been different ways to make money without risking your life.
Is Starr able to be herself at Williamson? If not, how does she code-switch?
No because she has a set of rules, for herself on how to act and her behavior. She doesn't speak normally and make sure to act different.
Why does Starr and her siblings get hate or picked on for going to Williamson?
They get picked on because the go to a private school with white people and nobody else does so they are different.
Analyze the quote, "My parents haven't raised me to fear the police, just to be smart around them."
It means that when dealing with a cop you need to be listening to everything they say so you can be ok.
Analyze the quote, "She was forced to find out, even if she didn't wanna find out."
It means that Natasha was killed at a such a young age, when she should have been carefree and a child.
Analyze the quote, "just because Khalil's not living doesn't mean you stop living"
It means that it is hard to go through having someone died especially when you are with them as you can feel guilty.
Analyze the quote, "C'mon, light," He prays, "C'mon."
It shows how Seven was worried about the cop after the shooting and he feared what could happen if they were stopped.
Analyze the quote, "As white as Chris"
Starr is now freaked out about Chris and how somebody like him killed her friend.