"Tar Beach" Quiz
A young girl dreams of flying over her city and claiming it as her own in this vibrant and empowering picture book.
picture books | 32 pages | Published in 1991
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Test your knowledge about the book "Tar Beach". We have come up with 10 quiz questions for the book. Hit play and start testing your knowledge. Each correctly answered question gives one point.
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Essay questions
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- How does the concept of freedom play a role in 'Tar Beach'?
- Discuss the significance of the tar beach as a symbol in the book.
- How does Cassie's perspective change throughout the story?
- Explain the importance of storytelling in 'Tar Beach'.
- Analyze the theme of social inequality in the book.
- How does the artwork in 'Tar Beach' enhance the storytelling?
- Discuss the role of family and community in the protagonist's life.
- What is the significance of the main character's dream of flying?
- Explore the theme of hope in 'Tar Beach'.
- How does the author use the setting of New York City to convey a sense of time and place?
