The Hate U Give - Key Themes and Events Quiz

How does Starr's behavior differ between Garden Heights and Williamson Prep?

Question Answer Choices Starr acts the same in both Garden Heights and Williamson Prep, never changing her behavior or speech. Starr feels like she has to 'flip the switch in [her] brain' to become Williamson Starr, where she doesn't use slang and tones down her reactions. Starr feels like she has to 'flip the switch in [her] brain' to become Garden Heights Starr, where she uses formal language and avoids slang. Starr feels more comfortable at Williamson Prep and often uses slang to fit in better with her classmates.

What was the grand jury's decision on Officer Brian Cruise Jr. in The Hate U Give?

Question Answer Choices The grand jury decided to suspend Officer Brian Cruise Jr. without pay. The grand jury decided not to indict Officer Brian Cruise Jr. The grand jury decided to indict Officer Brian Cruise Jr. for manslaughter. The grand jury decided to indict Officer Brian Cruise Jr. for misconduct.

What happens after Khalil's funeral in The Hate U Give?

Question Answer Choices Starr decides to leave her school and return to Garden Heights. April Ofrah arranges a march and offers to represent Starr. Starr's family moves to a new city to escape the violence. The police officer who shot Khalil is immediately arrested.

Why is Starr's dad, Maverick, so influenced by Malcolm X in The Hate U Give?

Question Answer Choices Malcolm X's ideas inspire Maverick to move his family to a safer, predominantly white neighborhood. Malcolm X's philosophy helps Maverick to focus on personal success and wealth accumulation. Malcolm X's ideas provide a foundation for Maverick's life, emphasizing unyielding freedom, justice, and equality for Black people. Malcolm X's teachings encourage Maverick to pursue a career in politics to create change.

Why did Officer Brian Cruise Jr. claim he shot Khalil in The Hate U Give?

Question Answer Choices He believed that the hairbrush Khalil was holding was a gun. He believed Khalil made a threatening gesture. He mistook Khalil for a wanted criminal. He thought Khalil was reaching for a knife.

What significant event marks the beginning of Starr's journey in The Hate U Give?

Question Answer Choices Starr's father gets arrested for a crime he didn't commit. Starr's brother gets involved in a gang fight. Starr witnesses the murder of her friend Khalil by a police officer. Starr moves to a new neighborhood and starts a new school.

What does Maverick Carter ask his children to recite after their home is shot at?

Question Answer Choices The Black Panthers' Ten Point Program. The lyrics to a protest song. A prayer from the Bible. The Pledge of Allegiance.

Why does Maverick prefer relying on local gangs instead of the police?

Question Answer Choices He thinks the police are too busy to help his community. He believes local gangs are more effective at solving crimes. He wants to support his friends who are in gangs. He believes in being independent and not relying on a racist white society.