Analyzing Character

The reason a character thinks, feels, or acts a specific way is called.

• thematic development.

• plot structure.

• character motivation.

• prior knowledge.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does character motivation affect a story's plot?

• It clarifies the theme of the plot.

• It offers inferences about the plot.

• It determines the plot elements.

• It helps move the plot forward.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Analyze how the author individualizes the perspective of the villagers regarding the lottery. What does this suggest about their attitude towards the event?

• The villagers are indifferent and see the lottery as a routine task.

• The villagers are excited and look forward to the lottery.

• The villagers are apprehensive but participate out of tradition.

• The villagers are fearful and try to avoid the lottery.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

How does Starr's character develop in Chapters 14-18 of "The Hate U Give"?

• She becomes more fearful and withdrawn from her community.

• She becomes more vocal and determined to fight for justice.

• She decides to move away and forget about her past.

• She loses interest in activism and focuses on her personal life.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How do Starr's interactions with her family in these chapters help to develop her character?

• They show her growing independence and desire to make her own decisions.

• They highlight her reluctance to confront her feelings.

• They reveal her deep-seated anger towards her family.

• They demonstrate her diminishing respect for her parents.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author use contrasting character traits between Starr and her peers to enhance the narrative?

• By showing the diversity of responses to trauma and injustice

• To highlight Starr's superiority over her peers

• To create unnecessary conflict within the story

• To demonstrate that Starr's views are the only correct ones

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Based on Chapters 14-18, what can readers infer about Starr's relationship with her community?

• She feels alienated and disconnected from her community.

• She is seen as a hero by her community.

• She struggles with her role but ultimately feels a strong sense of belonging.

• She has no interest in her community's affairs.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which example of figurative language is used to describe Starr's feelings in these chapters?

• "Starr felt like a volcano ready to erupt."

• "Her heart was a drum beating wildly out of control."

• "Starr was a ship lost at sea, searching for a lighthouse."

• "She was a bird, finally free from her cage."

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What inference can be made about the impact of Khalil's death on the community based on these chapters?

• It has caused widespread apathy and disengagement.

• It has united the community in a fight against injustice.

• It has led to increased violence within the community.

• It has had no significant impact on the community.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What does Starr do immediately after the shooting incident?

• She runs home.

• She stays with Khalil.

• She calls the police.

• She seeks help from a bystander.