Cassie's Adventures and Imagination

In the video, Faith Ringgold introduces her book 'Tar Beach' and shares the story of Cassie Louise Lightfoot, an eight-year-old girl who dreams of flying over the George Washington Bridge. Cassie describes a magical night on her rooftop, where she feels a sense of ownership and freedom. She imagines her father's work on the bridge and dreams of a better future for her family, free from the constraints of race and economic hardship. Cassie's story is one of imagination, hope, and the power of dreams.

Who is the author of 'Tar Beach'?

• Mrs. Honey

• Be Be

• Cassie Lightfoot

• Faith Ringgold

What does Cassie feel when she is on Tar Beach?

• Scared

• Rich and powerful

• Lonely

• Confused

Who are Cassie's next-door neighbors?

• The Smiths

• The Browns

• Mr. and Mrs. Honey

• The Johnsons

What is Cassie's most prized possession?

• The George Washington Bridge

• Her rooftop

• Her school books

• A diamond necklace

What does Cassie compare the George Washington Bridge to?

• A shining star

• A beautiful painting

• A tall skyscraper

• A giant diamond necklace

What special ability does Cassie claim to have?

• Time travel

• Flying

• Super strength

• Invisibility

What does Cassie's father do for a living?

• He is a chef

• He works on bridges

• He is a teacher

• He is a musician

Why can't Cassie's father join the union?

• He is too young

• He is not skilled enough

• He doesn't want to

• His father wasn't a member

What does Cassie plan to do for her father?

• Cook him a special dinner

• Help him find a new job

• Buy him a new car

• Fly over the union building and give it to him

What does Cassie imagine her family will have every night?

• Pizza

• Cake

• Ice cream

• Cookies