Theme:The theme of racial inequality demonstrates how African Americans are unfairly targeted by law enforcement as they are not given the same rights and privileges as white people. It portraits the difference between the two races in the community and how this impacts the main character.
Text 1: The Hate U Give
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Quotes
Theme Connections (x2)
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“Funny how it works with white kids though.It’s dope to be black until it’s hard to be black.” (Thomas, 11)
This relates back to the theme because the quote states that being black is a mystery since people will treat you one way to your face but behind your back it’s the complete opposite.
This quote also touches upon the definition of what is considered “cool” and not stray too far on what “white” people …show more content…
They should not make assumptions of people because they are different in color.
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“ B**** --” I take a deep breath. Way too many people are watching. I cannot go angry black girl on her.” (Thomas, 340)
This quote relates back to the theme because the “angry black girl” stereotype shows the little amount of respect they are given.
Black women are criticized for their behaviour and attitude.
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Symbolism: “ Khalil died over a f****** hairbrush.” (Thomas,217)
This quote shows Starr’s reaction on how Khalil died over a hairbrush and not a gun. He died unarmed and young.
Khalil’s hairbrush symbolizes that police officers showed a sign of mistrust towards young teenagers like him. The cop thought that he was reaching for a gun however it was just a black hairbrush. Cops make more assumptions to the black community which tells us that there is a disparity between whites and blacks.
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Imagery: “It sounds like the Fourth of July behind us; pop after pop after pop.” (Thomas, 396)
The sounds emphasizes the intensity of the emotions of the protests.
They are loud and intense as they are fighting for equality amongst their
Text 1: The Hate U Give
#
Quotes
Theme Connections (x2)
1
“Funny how it works with white kids though.It’s dope to be black until it’s hard to be black.” (Thomas, 11)
This relates back to the theme because the quote states that being black is a mystery since people will treat you one way to your face but behind your back it’s the complete opposite.
This quote also touches upon the definition of what is considered “cool” and not stray too far on what “white” people …show more content…
They should not make assumptions of people because they are different in color.
10
“ B**** --” I take a deep breath. Way too many people are watching. I cannot go angry black girl on her.” (Thomas, 340)
This quote relates back to the theme because the “angry black girl” stereotype shows the little amount of respect they are given.
Black women are criticized for their behaviour and attitude.
11
Symbolism: “ Khalil died over a f****** hairbrush.” (Thomas,217)
This quote shows Starr’s reaction on how Khalil died over a hairbrush and not a gun. He died unarmed and young.
Khalil’s hairbrush symbolizes that police officers showed a sign of mistrust towards young teenagers like him. The cop thought that he was reaching for a gun however it was just a black hairbrush. Cops make more assumptions to the black community which tells us that there is a disparity between whites and blacks.
12
Imagery: “It sounds like the Fourth of July behind us; pop after pop after pop.” (Thomas, 396)
The sounds emphasizes the intensity of the emotions of the protests.
They are loud and intense as they are fighting for equality amongst their