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2)Prepare a PADLET describing at least three characters present in the story.

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2)Prepare a PADLET describing at least three characters present in the story.

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Starr is the protagonist of the novel. She's a sixteen-year-old African American girl who lives in a poor neighborhood but attends a white private school. Starr is torn between these two worlds, trying to navigate between racial tensions and violence. After witnessing her childhood friend Khalil's murder at the hands of a police officer, Starr fight with fear, anger, and the responsibility to speak out against injustice.

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Maverick is Starr's father and a former gang member who now owns a grocery store in their neighborhood. He's a strong, loving, and protective figure in Starr's life. Despite his troubled past, Maverick is deeply committed to his family and makes an effort to provide them with a better future.

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Kenya is Starr's half-sister, the daughter of Maverick and his lover. Despite their different upbringings, Kenya and Starr share a strong bond and support each other through difficult times. Kenya is independent and protective of her family, often challenging Starr to confront her own beliefs and values. Her character adds depth to the portrayal of family dynamics and loyalty.