The Song of Achilles
How did Patroclus come to live with Achilles family?
His father disowned him after he killed a nobleman’s son.
How old is Amal when he is arrested?
16
What type of being is Cinder?
A cyborg
Why does Starr feel like she has to act differently at school than at home?
She doesn’t want to be stereotyped by her friends
Who is Pyrrhus?
Achilles and Daimeden’s son who fights in the Trojan War after his father passes.
What form of art does Amal use to express himself?
Art and poetry
What is the disease called and who does it affect?
The main disease is called Letumosis and it affects people from earth.
Why does Starr initially keep quiet about being the witness?
She is afraid of retaliation and being in danger
Why did Achilles claim so many women as his bed slaves?
So that he and Patroclus could show the women comfort and prevent them from going to some other soldier who might torture/rape them.
Why is Amal arrested?
He is wrongly accused of attacking a white woman.
What special ability do Lunars possess?
Mind control/glamour
What object was Khalil holding that was mistaken for a gun?
A hairbrush
What oath was Patroclus bonded to?
He was one of man who swore to respect and uphold Helen’s choice, and fight should someone violate that oath.
Who is Ms. Nolen, and why is she important to Amal?
Ms. Nolen is an art teacher who encourages Amal’s creativity and self-expression.
What is discovered about Cinder during her medical testing?
She is immune to the disease
How does Khalil’s death affect Starr’s family and community?
Leads to many protests and riots in the neighborhood
Who is Achilles mother?
A sea goddess named Thetis
What does Amal call the white prison guard who has a swastika tattoo?
Tattoo
Why is Cinder immune to the disease?
She is actually Lunar and is the missing princess.
What is the significance of the phrase “The Hate U Give”?
It is a phrase from a song