Banned Spotlight: The Hate U Give

While discussing the book 'The Hate U Give' in their book club, Daniel, Nora, and Benjamin debated the main theme of the story. What is the main theme of the book?

• Romantic love

• Racial inequality

• Supernatural creatures

• Historical events

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Who is the protagonist of the book?

• Starr Williams

• Kahlil

• Lance Hindt

• Ny'Shira Lundy

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What is the reason for the book being banned in Katy, Texas?

• Inappropriate language

• Violence

• Political bias

• Lack of educational value

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Hannah, Henry, and Zoe were discussing the awards won by the book 'The Hate U Give'. Which award did they mention that the book won?

• Pulitzer Prize

• Nobel Prize

• Coretta Scott King Honor

• Grammy Award

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Elijah is writing a book report on a novel that was inspired by a social movement. Which movement inspired the book he is studying?

• Black Lives Matter

• Feminism

• Environmentalism

• LGBTQ+ Rights

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What is the occupation of the person who banned the book in Katy, Texas?

• Teacher

• Librarian

• Superintendent

• Police Officer

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David, Scarlett, and Abigail are characters in a novel. What is the age of David, the protagonist, in the book?

• 10

• 16

• 25

• 40

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What is the genre of 'The Hate U Give'?

• Science Fiction

• Mystery

• Romance

• Young Adult

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Isla, Emma, and Abigail are discussing a book in their book club in Charleston, South Carolina. What is the reason for the book being challenged in their discussion?

• Indoctrination of distrust of police

• Promotion of violence

• Lack of diversity

• Poor writing style

What is the status of the book on the American Library Association's top ten challenged and banned books list?

• First place

• Eighth place

• Not listed

• Banned completely

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