Racial Tensions
What are the primary racial tensions explored in "Your House Will Pay"?
Racial tensions between African American and Korean American communities.
Which two families are central to the story?
The Mathews and the Parks.
Name the two protagonists of the novel.
Grace Park and Shawn Mathews.
What major event occurs early in the book that sets the story in motion?
A shooting at a store that has deep implications for both families.
Name one of the major themes explored in the novel "Your House Will Pay."
Possible themes include justice, reconciliation, and the weight of the past.
What specific incident in the early chapters of the book ignites tensions between the African American and Korean American communities?
The shooting of Latasha Harlins by Soon Ja Du.
How do the Mathews and the Parks become connected in the story?
Their connection arises from a shared family history involving a shooting incident in the past.
What is Grace Park's profession in the novel?
Grace Park is a pharmacist.
What unexpected revelation occurs in the early chapters that complicates the family dynamics of the Mathews and Parks?
The revelation that Grace's brother, Raymond, was involved in a crime.
In addition to racial tensions and justice, what other theme is explored in the novel "Your House Will Pay" up to Chapter 11?
The theme of family secrets and their impact on individuals and communities.
What role does the media play in intensifying racial tensions in the novel?
The media coverage of the past shooting and current events adds to the tensions between communities.
What is the relationship between Shawn Mathews and Ray Park, Grace's brother?
Shawn Mathews is friends with Ray Park, and their relationship becomes significant in the story.
Who is Shawn's sister and what is her profession?
Shawn's sister is Ava Mathews, and she is a police officer.
In Chapter 11, what revelation about Shawn's past comes to light, changing the dynamics of the story?
It is revealed that Shawn was involved in a violent incident in his youth.
How does the theme of forgiveness and redemption come into play up to Chapter 11?
The characters grapple with the idea of forgiveness and redemption in the face of past actions.
How does the shooting of Latasha Harlins connect to the events in the present-day narrative of the story?
The shooting of Latasha Harlins is a historical event that continues to affect both families.
How does the discovery of a hidden family secret impact the relationship between Grace and her mother, Helen?
The revelation strains the relationship between Grace and her mother, Helen.
Who is involved in organizing protests in the novel, advocating for justice for Latasha Harlins?
Grace Park is actively involved in organizing protests for justice.
How do the events in Chapter 11 change Shawn Mathews' perspective on his family and past actions?
In Chapter 11, Shawn begins to reevaluate his own actions and his family's history.
What role does the theme of community solidarity play in the novel up to Chapter 11?
The theme of community solidarity is portrayed through collective efforts to address racial tensions and past injustices.