Untitled Flashcards Set

Author & Essay-Specific Questions:

Q: What is the main event in "We" by David Levithan?
A: A Pride parade where the narrator reflects on LGBTQ+ activism and unity.
Q: Quote from "We" that represents its message?
A: "Hope is not a given. Hope is a choice."

Q: In "Different Dances" by Alex London, what does the narrator’s friend wear to protest gender norms?
A: A dress.
Q: What realization does the narrator have?
A: That true friendship means standing by someone despite societal judgment.

Q: What accident changed Libba Bray’s life in "Before and After"?
A: A traumatic car accident.
Q: What lesson does she learn?
A: That survival is not just physical but emotional and mental as well.

Q: What is Kate Hart designing in "Wings and Teeth"?
A: A logo for a wildlife center.
Q: What do hawks symbolize in her story?
A: Strength and resilience despite struggles.

Q: Which real-world movement does Angie Thomas connect to in "Now More Than Ever"?
A: Black Lives Matter.
Q: What is a key takeaway from this essay?
A: That silence in the face of injustice is complicity.

Q: What does Ally Carter discuss in "The Two Types of Secrets"?
A: The difference between secrets that protect and secrets that harm.
Q: Why is it important to share certain truths?
A: Because keeping harmful secrets can isolate and damage relationships.

Q: What act of kindness helped Ally Condie keep going in "Rundown"?
A: A stranger offering her a drink of water.
Q: What does this moment teach her?
A: That small acts of kindness can have a profound impact.

Q: What taboo topic does I.W. Gregorio address in "Caution: This Hope is NSFW (But It Shouldn’t Be)"?
A: Sexual health education and stigma.
Q: Why does she argue this topic shouldn’t be taboo?
A: Because open conversations about health empower people.

Q: Where did Marie Lu immigrate from in "Surviving"?
A: China.
Q: What does she credit for her perseverance?
A: Watching her parents struggle and adapt in a new country.

Q: What does Jeff Zentner mean by "Nobody Remembers the Names of People Who Build Walls"?
A: People who unite others leave a bigger impact than those who divide.
Q: What is a historical example he gives?
A: Leaders who brought people together despite opposition.

Q: What helps Gayle Forman find hope in "Shot of Hope"?
A: A stranger’s small act of kindness.
Q: What does she realize about hope?
A: That it often comes from unexpected places.

Q: In "Baseball Pasta," what two things connect Christina Diaz Gonzalez’s family?
A: Baseball and cooking.
Q: What larger theme does this essay address?
A: The power of traditions to keep cultural identity alive.

Q: What does Jenny Han struggle with in "The Light That Strikes"?
A: Self-doubt and rejection in her writing career.
Q: What lesson does she take away from her experience?
A: That persistence and belief in oneself lead to success.

Q: What cultural struggle does Romina Garber face in "Born in Argentina, Made in America"?
A: Balancing her Argentine and American identities.
Q: What realization does she come to?
A: That she doesn’t have to choose between them—she is both.

Q: What does Renée Ahdieh reflect on in "Chah-Muh"?
A: Korean heritage and cultural traditions.
Q: What does the tea ceremony symbolize for her?
A: A connection to her ancestors and identity.

Q: Why does Aisha Saeed regret her past actions in "The Only One I Can Apologize For"?
A: She stayed silent in the face of injustice.
Q: What commitment does she make by the end?
A: To always use her voice to stand up for others.

Q: What does Jason Reynolds & Brendan Kiely discuss in "The Kids Who Stick"?
A: Youth activism and standing up against injustice.
Q: Why do they highlight young activists?
A: To show that change starts with those who refuse to give up.

Q: What personal struggle does James Dashner share in "Four-Letter Words"?
A: Facing rejection and learning persistence.
Q: What advice does he give about failure?
A: That failure is just another step toward success.

Q: What is the central message of "Love" by Nicola Yoon?
A: Love is stronger than prejudice.
Q: What challenge did she and her husband face?
A: Racial prejudices against their interracial relationship.

Q: What does Howard Bryant recall in "The Dreadful Summer of 1991"?
A: A summer where he faced racial discrimination and grew stronger.
Q: How does this summer change him?
A: It forces him to confront systemic racism and find resilience.

Q: What does Julie Murphy realize in "Hoping for Home"?
A: That home is about self-acceptance, not a physical place.
Q: What broader theme does this reflect?
A: The idea that belonging comes from within, not external validation.