Question 1

What is the primary theme of 'Long Way Down'?

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The cycle of revenge traps young people into making bad choices.

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Overcoming grief

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Friendship in tough times

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The importance of family

Question 2

Who is the main character of the story?

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William Holloman

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Sean Holloman

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Tony

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Jason Reynolds

Question 3

What literary format does 'Long Way Down' primarily use?

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Free verse poetry

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Haiku

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Sonnet

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Traditional prose

Question 4

What crucial decision does William face after his brother's death?

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Whether to seek revenge or mourn.

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To leave the city

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To confess to the police

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To confront his mother

Question 5

What event triggers the story's conflict?

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The murder of William's older brother.

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A school shooting

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An argument with a friend

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A family dispute

Question 6

What is one of the three rules William follows after his brother’s death?

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Crying don't no matter what

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Revenge is optional

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Snitching is allowed

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Seek help immediately

Question 7

Who does William suspect is responsible for his brother's murder?

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Carlson Riggs

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A police officer

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Leticia

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Tony

Question 8

What does Jason Reynolds frequently do to connect with the youth affected by violence?

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Visits detention centers as a guest artist

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Writes more novels

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Creates documentaries

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Host public speaking events

Question 9

What happens to William during his elevator trip?

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He meets ghosts that challenge his choices.

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He gets stuck

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He forgets everything

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He finds his brother

Question 10

What is Jason Reynolds' intent with the story's ending?

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To provoke thought rather than dictate what to think.

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To provide a clear moral

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To tie everything up neatly

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To satisfy the audience's expectations

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