Characters
Who is beaten by Officer Paul at the beginning of the novel?
Rashad
Where does the police brutality incident that starts the story take place?
Outside a corner store.
What theme is shown when Rashad is treated unfairly at the store?
Racial profiling and injustice.
What is Rashad’s main conflict?
He struggles with being falsely accused and recovering from police brutality.
What does Rashad’s sketchbook symbolize?
His voice and a way to process injustice.
Which character witnesses the beating but struggles with loyalty?
Quinn
Why does Rashad end up in the hospital?
He is beaten by Officer Paul after being accused of shoplifting
Which theme is highlighted through Quinn’s struggle to speak up?
Moral courage and bystander responsibility.
What is Quinn’s main conflict?
He struggles between loyalty to his friend’s brother (Officer Paul) and doing what’s right.
What does the phrase “All American Boys” symbolize in the title?
Racism can affect anyone, no matter how American they are.
What is Rashad’s main hobby that helps him process events?
Drawing/sketching
What event brings the entire town together near the end of the book?
A large protest/march
What larger theme does the protest represent?
Community resistance and unity against injustice.
What type of conflict is the police brutality scene?
Character vs. Society.
Why is the march/protest symbolic?
It represents unity and the demand for change.
Who is Officer Paul to Quinn?
A father figure/mentor
How are Rashad and Quinn’s stories connected?
Quinn sees Rashad being beaten and must decide whether to speak out.
How does the novel show the impact of systemic racism?
Through repeated examples of unfair treatment and silence in the community.
How does Quinn’s conflict reflect the theme of silence vs. action?
He must choose between staying quiet or speaking up for justice.
inish the quote: “Rashad is absent ___.”
Again today.
Who are the authors of All-American Boys?
Jason Reynolds and Brendan Kiely
What happens to Rashad and Quinn’s relationship by the end of the story?
They begin to move toward understanding and solidarity.
What theme connects Rashad’s art to the overall message of the book?
Expression and healing as a form of resistance
What is the biggest conflict between the community and the police?
Whether to accept the officer’s actions or demand accountability.
What does the police uniform symbolize in the story?
Power, authority, and how it can be abused.