Justyce
Who is Justyce's best friend?
Manny
Why was Justyce helping Melo in Chapter one?
She was trying to drive home drunk.
What is white privilege?
The societal privilege that benefits white people over non-white people.
Who is Justyce's ex?
Melo
How many black students are at Justyce's school?
8
Why did Justyce get arrested in chapter one?
He was trying to help Melo when he was racially profiled by a police officer.
What did the cop think Justyce was doing to Melo?
The cop thought Justyce was trying to take advantage of her, and that he didn't belong in that area.
What is racial profiling?
The act of suspecting or targeting based on assumed characteristics.
Why doesn't Manny like Melo?
She cheats on Justyce often.
This character believes that all people are treated equally in today's society and that racism no longer exists.
Jared
What city does Justyce live in?
Atlanta, Georiga.
Why is Manny's cousin Quan in jail?
For killing Officer Castillo.
What is overt racism?
Intentionally and obviously harmful attitudes or beliefs.
Who has Manny been friends with since kindergarten?
Jared
"All men are created equal." What is the original source of this statement?
The Declaration of Independence
Who does Justyce write letters to after being arrested?
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
What happened to Shemar Carson?
He was shot and killed by a police officer in Nevada.
What is covert racism?
Unintentional, subtle, harmful attitudes or beliefs.
How long have Justyce and SJ been debate partners?
Since sophomore year (two years)
Who kicks Manny, Justyce, Jared, and their other friends out of the Halloween party because of their costumes?
Trey and other members of The Black Jihad
In chapter two, why does Justyce ask Manny if they can play a different video game?
The gun violence of the game reminded him that if he made one wrong move while being arrested, he could've ended up shot.
Who gets punched almost immediately upon entering the Halloween party because of their custom?
Blake
What is implicit bias?
A form of bias that occurs automatically and unintentionally
What is SJ's full name?
Sarah Jane
Who are the Black Jihad?
A gang from Justyce's mom's neighborhood.