Themes and Character Analysis in 'All American Boys'

Shannon reviews 'All American Boys' by Jason Reynolds and Brynden Keeley, highlighting its powerful narrative on police brutality through the perspectives of two high school boys, Rashad and Quinn. The book explores themes of racial profiling, justice, and personal awakening, making it a timely and provocative read. Shannon praises the book's ability to present multiple sides of a complex issue and strongly recommends it.

Who are the authors of 'All American Boys'?

• George Orwell and Aldous Huxley

• Harper Lee and Mark Twain

• J.K. Rowling and Stephen King

• Jason Reynolds and Brynden Keeley

What is the main theme of 'All American Boys'?

• Fantasy and Adventure

• Police Brutality and Social Justice

• Romance and Relationships

• Science Fiction and Technology

What happens to Rashad in the convenience store?

• He wins a lottery ticket

• He finds a lost dog

• He is accused of shoplifting

• He meets a celebrity

What is Rashad's involvement in ROTC?

• He is a member

• He is uninvolved

• He is a critic

• He is a leader

Where does Rashad spend most of the book?

• At school

• In a different city

• In the hospital

• At a friend's house

How does Rashad's absence affect his high school?

• It results in a new policy

• It leads to a celebration

• It causes concern

• It goes unnoticed

Who is Quinn's pseudo-father figure?

• His uncle

• His best friend's brother

• His teacher

• His neighbor

What role does Quinn's best friend's brother play in his life?

• A rival

• A stranger

• A competitor

• A mentor

What causes Quinn to question his beliefs?

• Attending a protest

• A conversation with his friend

• Reading a book

• Watching the video of Rashad's incident

What is Quinn's initial reaction to the incident?

• He is immediately outraged

• He is unsure and conflicted

• He is supportive of the cop

• He is indifferent