Think you’ve got your head wrapped around Tar Beach? Put your knowledge to
the test. Good luck — the Stickman is counting on you!
Q. What does Tar Beach symbolize?
A long journey
City living
Life's darkest moments
A nice vacation
Q. What does the quilt symbolize?
The future
The city
Growing up
The past
Q. Flight is a common theme in
picture books.
African-American literature.
quilts.
general.
Q. What does flight symbolize?
Disco dancing
Freedom
Confinement
Trouble
Q. Which of the following helps give the story a warm feeling?
The flying
The quilt
The stars
The city