"The Hate U Give" tackles police violence against

Angie Thomas discusses her journey from a church secretary to a bestselling author with her debut novel, The Hate U Give. The book addresses critical social issues like race relations and police interactions through the eyes of a 16-year-old girl, Star Carter. Inspired by real events, Thomas aims to make political issues personal and relatable. Despite facing criticism, the book has been widely praised and adapted into a film. Thomas uses her platform to inspire young writers, emphasizing the importance of diverse stories.

What was Angie Thomas's occupation before she became a full-time writer?

• A teacher

• A secretary at a church

• A librarian

• A journalist

What is the central theme of 'The Hate U Give'?

• Science fiction

• Race relations and police interactions

• Historical fiction

• Fantasy and adventure

Who is the protagonist of 'The Hate U Give'?

• Khalil

• Star Carter

• Oscar Grant

• Angie Thomas

What inspired Angie Thomas to expand her short story into 'The Hate U Give'?

• A personal experience

• The 2009 shooting of Oscar Grant

• A dream she had

• A book she read

How does Star Carter refer to the police officer in 'The Hate U Give'?

• By his badge number

• As 'the officer'

• By a nickname

• By his first name

What is a common misconception about 'The Hate U Give' according to Angie Thomas?

• It's anti-police

• It's a fantasy novel

• It's a romance story

• It's a historical account

What does Angie Thomas hope to achieve by showing both sides of law enforcement in her book?

• To create a mystery

• To focus on romance

• To inspire more accountability among officers

• To entertain readers