Themes and Characters in 'Dear Martin'

Themes and Characters in 'Dear Martin'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

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Sarah reviews 'Dear Martin' by Nick Stone, focusing on the story of Justice, an honor-roll student who faces racial challenges. The book explores themes like police brutality, colorism, and racial stereotypes. Sarah appreciates the book's depth but critiques its romance subplot and some character portrayals. She recommends the book for its diverse perspectives on the Black Lives Matter movement.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the video by Sarah?

An analysis of Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches

A discussion on police brutality

A review of 'Dear Martin' by Nick Stone

A summary of the Black Lives Matter movement

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the main character in 'Dear Martin'?

Nick

Justice

Martin

Sarah

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What prestigious school does Justice plan to attend?

Stanford

Princeton

Yale

Harvard

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event leads Justice to start the Dear Martin project?

Meeting Martin Luther King Jr.

Graduating high school

Being put in handcuffs

Winning a scholarship

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the reviewer describe the pacing of the book?

Boring and uneventful

Fast and engaging

Slow and steady

Confusing and disjointed

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which theme is NOT addressed in 'Dear Martin' according to the review?

Environmental issues

Biracial relationships

Racial stereotypes

Colorism

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the reviewer think about the character development in the book?

Characters are well-developed

Characters are irrelevant

Characters are confusing

Characters are underdeveloped

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