Analyzing Chapter 1 of THUG

What is the primary setting introduced in Chapter 1 of "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas?

• A school classroom

• A neighborhood party

• A shopping mall

• A basketball court

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CCSS.RI.11-12.1

Which of the following best describes a central idea introduced in Chapter 1 of "The Hate U Give"?

• The importance of education

• The impact of community violence

• The significance of family traditions

• The pursuit of personal dreams

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

How does Starr's interaction with Khalil at the party contribute to the development of the plot in Chapter 1?

• It introduces a romantic subplot

• It foreshadows a significant event

• It resolves a previous conflict

• It provides comic relief

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

In Chapter 1, what does the term "Garden Heights" refer to?

• A local park

• Starr's neighborhood

• A community center

• A school

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What is the author's purpose in describing the party scene in Chapter 1 of "The Hate U Give"?

• To highlight the cultural diversity of the community

• To illustrate the carefree nature of teenage life

• To set the stage for the novel's central conflict

• To emphasize the importance of friendship

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CCSS.RI.11-12.6

Which piece of textual evidence from Chapter 1 best supports the idea that Starr feels out of place at the party?

• "I slip my hands into my pockets."

• "I’ve never been a big partier."

• "The music is so loud it vibrates in my chest."

• "I see a few familiar faces."

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CCSS.RI.11-12.1

How do the central ideas of identity and belonging interact in Chapter 1 of "The Hate U Give"?

• They create a sense of harmony in Starr's life.

• They lead to internal conflict for Starr.

• They are resolved through Starr's friendships.

• They are ignored by the main characters.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.2

What role does Khalil play in the sequence of events in Chapter 1?

• He is a bystander at the party.

• He is Starr's best friend.

• He is a catalyst for the unfolding events.

• He is a new student at Starr's school.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.3

What is the connotative meaning of the word "party" as used in Chapter 1 of "The Hate U Give"?

• A formal gathering

• A celebration of life

• A risky environment

• A community event

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

How does Angie Thomas use rhetoric in Chapter 1 to convey Starr's internal struggle?

• Through vivid imagery of the party

• By using dialogue to express Starr's thoughts

• By describing the setting in detail

• Through the use of flashbacks

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CCSS.RI.11-12.6