Book Content Questions

Question 1

In which book does the main character want to own a pub?

Answer 1

Starter Villain
Extra Point if you know the author

Question 2

In which book does the protagonist discover they can turn invisible and use this ability to complete morally complex tasks for classmates at an elite boarding school?

Answer 2

If You Could See the Sun by Ann Liang

Question 3

In which book do characters reveal their personalities through descriptions of items in a collection that are important to them?

Answer 3

The Collectors
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Question 4

In which book does the author vividly describe a grand estate with sprawling gardens, ornate fountains, and gilded chandeliers, capturing the opulence of a wealthy African American family in 1910s Chicago?

Answer 4

The Davenports
Krystal MarquisOr

Question 5

In which book does figures and objects rooted in Jewish tradition and lore, such as Golem, become real?

Answer 5

Courage to Dream: Tales of Hope in the Holocaust
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Question 6

In which book is the setting post apocalyptic Ohio?

Answer 6

Any Sign of Life

Question 7

In which book does a program called CAPE exploit incarcerated individuals by forcing them to fight to the death for public entertainment?

Answer 7

Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah

Question 8

In which book do two gladiators, Loretta Thurwar and Hamara “Hurricane Staxxx” Stacker, form a bond that challenges the violent system they are forced to participate in?

Answer 8

Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah

Question 9

In which book does the author use multiple perspectives and interwoven narratives to highlight systemic injustices and explore the humanity of individuals trapped in a violent entertainment system?

Answer 9

Chain Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah

Question 10

In which book does the author use themes of privilege, class disparity, and the pressure to succeed to explore the struggles of a scholarship student at an exclusive school in Beijing?

Answer 10

If You Could See the Sun by Ann Liang

Question 11

In which book does a Korean American teenager travel back to the 1990s and learn about her mother’s life as a high schooler, gaining a new perspective on their strained relationship?

Answer 11

Throwback by Maureen Goo

Question 12

In which book does the protagonist grapple with themes of family, cultural identity, and generational differences while navigating the challenges of time travel?

Answer 12

Throwback by Maureen Goo

Question 13

In which book does an athlete born with disabilities caused by radiation exposure overcome immense challenges to become a Paralympic champion in multiple sports?

Answer 13

The Hard Parts by Oksana Masters

Question 14

In which book does the author use themes of resilience, perseverance, and the power of sport to share their journey from a difficult childhood in Ukraine to becoming one of the world’s most decorated Paralympians?

Answer 14

The Hard Parts by Oksana Masters

Question 15

In which book does a former NBA star share lessons on discipline, teamwork, and mental toughness to inspire the next generation of athletes?

Answer 15

Letters to a Young Athlete by Chris Bosh

Question 16

In which book does the author use personal anecdotes and reflections on success and setbacks to teach young athletes about the importance of character both on and off the court?

Answer 16

Letters to a Young Athlete by Chris Bosh

Question 17

In which book does the main character experience vivid, haunting dreams that begin to blur the line between reality and the spiritual world after the death of a family member?

Answer 17

Bad Cree by Jessica Johns

Question 18

In which book does the protagonist return to her family and culture to confront themes of grief, guilt, and intergenerational trauma while navigating the supernatural?

Answer 18

Bad Cree by Jessica Johns

Question 19

In which book do two Bribri American brothers wrestle with the aftermath of a violent act, grappling with family loyalty, cultural identity, and their relationship with their father?

Answer 19

Saints of the Household by Ari Tison

Question 20

In which book does the author use poetry and prose to explore themes of masculinity, ancestral strength, and the healing power of community and tradition?

Answer 20

Saints of the Household by Ari Tison

Question 21

In which book does the author use the sport of basketball as a lens to examine themes of community, tradition, and the struggle for self-definition in a marginalized group?

Answer 21

Rez Ball by Byron Graves

Question 22

In which book does the author explore themes of identity, family, and resilience as a young Native athlete navigates the pressures of sports and the complexities of his cultural heritage?

Answer 22

Rez Ball by Byron Graves

Question 23

In which book does the author weave together themes of identity, family, and the complexities of belonging through a dual narrative set in both the Caribbean and the United States?

Answer 23

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

Question 24

In which book do two siblings uncover long-held family secrets while trying to fulfill their late mother’s final wishes, leading them on a journey of self-discovery and understanding of their cultural heritage?

Answer 24

Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

Question 25

In which book does a small town’s most popular girl disappear, prompting an unlikely partnership between a social outcast and her former best friend to unravel the truth?

Answer 25

The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow and Liz Lawson

Question 26

In which book does solving a mystery lead the main characters to question what they thought they knew about loyalty, trust, and ambition?

Answer 26

The Agathas by Kathleen Glasgow and Liz Lawson

Question 27

In which book does the author use magical realism to explore themes of loss, resilience, and the connection between people and the objects they leave behind?

Answer 27

The Collectors by A.S. King

Question 28

In which book does the protagonist embark on a journey of survival and hope while searching for others in a post-apocalyptic world?

Answer 28

Any Sign of Life by Rae Carson

Question 29

In which book does a mysterious illness reshape the world, forcing the protagonist to confront both isolation and the possibility of rebuilding?

Answer 29

Any Sign of Life by Rae Carson

Question 30

In which book does the author use a mix of historical and fictional elements to show the strength of the human spirit in the face of oppression?

Answer 30

Courage to Dream by Neal Shusterman

Question 31

In which book does the narrative explore the importance of standing up for what is right, even when the odds seem insurmountable?

Answer 31

Courage to Dream by Neal Shusterman

Question 32

In which book does a summer at an elite camp turn dark when long-hidden secrets and a mysterious death force friends to confront their past?

Answer 32

The Counselors by Jessica Goodman

Question 33

In which book does the author use flashbacks to gradually reveal the hidden truths behind a character's guilt and the events leading up to a tragedy?

Answer 33

The Counselors by Jessica Goodman

Question 34

In which book does the author use multiple perspectives to explore themes of love, ambition, and societal expectations in the lives of four young Black individuals in 1910s Chicago?

Answer 34

The Davenports by Krystal Marquis

Question 35

In which book does the setting of a diverse Chicago neighborhood play a central role in exploring themes of systemic racism, prejudice, and the fight for justice?

Answer 35

Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed

Question 36

In which book does the author use haunting imagery, such as the ghost of a murdered boy, to symbolize the lasting impact of hatred and the urgency for social change?

Answer 36

Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed

Question 37

In which book does a teenage protagonist use her voice and investigative skills to challenge the silence surrounding a community tragedy?

Answer 37

Hollow Fires by Samira Ahmed

Question 38

In which book does the setting of the vast and dangerous ocean symbolize the protagonist's inner struggle with grief and unresolved trauma?

Answer 38

Whalefall by Daniel Kraus

Question 39

In which book does the author intertwine real-time events of a diver trapped inside a sperm whale with flashbacks of the protagonist’s strained relationship with his father, creating a narrative that explores survival and the weight of unresolved grief?

Answer 39

Whalefall by Daniel Kraus

Question 40

In which book does the author vividly describe moments in the Muay Thai ring, like the snap of punches, the glare of bright lights, and the roar of the crowd, to immerse readers in the intensity of competitive sports?

Answer 40

The Knockout by Sajni Patel

Question 41

In which book does the author use the intensity of Muay Thai matches, with their calculated strikes and grueling endurance, as a metaphor for the protagonist’s internal battle with self-doubt, cultural expectations, and the pursuit of her dreams?

Answer 41

The Knockout by Sajni Patel

Question 42

In which book does the main character’s struggle with her identity as one of the only biracial students in her school mirror the larger societal conflicts surrounding race and belonging?

Answer 42

The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson

Question 43

In which book does the author use alternating timelines and dual perspectives to explore the complexities of race, identity, and trauma in a small Southern town?

Answer 43

The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson

Question 44

In which book does the setting of a prestigious performing arts school play a central role in shaping the protagonist’s experiences, pushing her to balance her passion with her personal life?

Answer 44

Where You See Yourself by Claire Forrest

Question 45

In which book does the author use a first-person narrative to explore a teenager's journey of self-discovery and navigating the expectations of family, friends, and her own dreams for the future?

Answer 45

Where You See Yourself by Claire Forrest

Question 46

In which book does the protagonist face a crisis of identity while being forced into a villainous career, all while navigating a humorous and sometimes absurd bureaucratic system of supervillains?

Answer 46

Starter Villain by John Scalzi

Question 47

In which book does the author blend science fiction and satire, using a unique perspective on villainy to explore themes of power, agency, and responsibility?

Answer 47

Starter Villain by John Scalzi

Question 48

In which book does the narrative combine realistic, powerful dialogue with minimalistic art to capture the vulnerability and concern of a parent giving their child an essential lesson about the realities of living as a Black person in America?

Answer 48

The Talk by Darrin Bell

Question 48

In which book does the author use the relationship between the father and son to explore themes of protection, fear, and love, using the graphic novel format to portray these complex emotions visually and emotionally?

Answer 48

The Talk by Darrin Bell