THUG Session 8

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• vwo
• Leerjaar 4

Summarize the ending of the book. Did you expect it to end this way? Explain.

Reading questions 

3.  Explain Uncle Carlos’ character use evidence from the book. What is his relationship with Starr compared to Maverick? 

Who is DeVante? Explain what happens to him in the book?

6. “It’s another jab” (289). What is a jab in the chapter? Why do you think Starr shared this information in the interview? 

7. Why does Chris get angry with Starr? Do you think he is right? Use evidence from the text in your response? 

Reading Questions 

11. What happens between Remy, Hailey, Seven and Starr? Why does this happen?

12.  How does Seven stand up to his mom? Why do you think he finally decides to do this? 

15. How does Starr feel after receiving the news about the grand jury?

Why do Seven, Chris, and Starr go to Garden Heights? How does Chris
coming along make Starr feel?

What is Starr’s biggest weapon? Do you think this is true? Explain!

Why do you think King sets Mr. Lewis and Maverick’s shop on fire?

What is the headline in the newspaper after Starr’s role in the riot? How
does this make her feel?

On page 437, there is a list of names. What is the significance behind these
names?

Write 1 question that you still have after reading the book. 1 thing that you have learned from reading the book.