Characters
Starr's other friend (besides Khalil) who was shot at the age of ten.
Who is Natasha?
What did Hailey joke about that made Starr think she was being racist?
What is fried chicken?
suffer (something painful or difficult) patiently
What is endure?
Seven is both, Starr's and Kenya's ________
What is brother?
Who does Big Mav hire to work at his store in Chapter 10?
Who is DeVante?
Starr's boyfriend.
Who is Chris?
Why were Big Mav and Lisa mad at Seven and Starr for going to the park to play basketball?
What is because it was dangerous outside with the riots happening?
comfort or consolation in a time of distress or sadness.
What is solace?
Miss Brenda is Khalil's _______
What is mom?
Where did Starr and her family sit at Khalil's funeral?
What is the front row?
The person from Just Us for Justice who gives a speech as Khalil's funeral.
Who is April Ofrah?
ONE of the things Maverick talks to Starr about in the car in Chapter 10.
What is Tupac's lyrics, racism, or the vicious cycle of oppressed people?
someone, typically a man, who is neatly and stylishly dressed, often in a sharp and modern way. I Quick, nervous movement; wince.
What is dapper?
Starr and Sekani's mom.
Who is Lisa?
The two "talks" Starr's parents had with her when she was little.
What are "The Birds and the Bees" and "How to handle yourself around the police"
Iesha's boyfriend who is also a King Lord.
Who is King?
What did Starr learn about Khalil at his funeral?
What is that he was a member of the King Lords?
make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow.
What is beckon?
Seven, Starr, and Sekani's dad.
Who is Big Mav?
Who are the two gangs in the novel?
Who are the King Lords and the Garden Disciples?
The officer who shot Khalil.
Who is 1-15?
Why did Starr deny knowing Khalil to her friends?
What is she was nervous it would ruin her reputation?
To ruin someone's name or reputation.
What is discredit?
Miss Rosalie is Khalil's _______
What is grandma?
Why does Starr tell Chris he wouldn't understand her problems when he visits her at Uncle Carlos's house?
What is because he is white?