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Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky
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"Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" Quiz

Tristan Strong must journey through a world of African American folklore to save his friends and stop the destruction of the world.

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  1. How does Tristan's grief and guilt over his friend's death affect his actions throughout the story?
  2. In what ways does Tristan's connection to African-American folklore and mythology play a role in the events of the book?
  3. Discuss the significance of the bottle trees in the story and their connection to Hoodoo culture.
  4. How does the character of Gum Baby contribute to the humor and tone of the book?
  5. What role does Anansi the spider play in the narrative, and how does his character influence Tristan's journey?
  6. Examine the theme of storytelling and its importance in preserving history and culture as depicted in the book.
  7. Discuss the character development of Ayanna and how her relationship with Tristan evolves throughout the story.