Tar Beach Dissatisfaction Quotes

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Quote #1

Lying on the roof in the night, with stars and skyscraper buildings all around me, made me feel rich, like I owned all that I could see. (5)

Cassie takes a lot of pleasure in her "possessions"—like the bridge and different buildings. But the fact that her most prized belongings are imaginary suggests that she may be lacking in material things like toys.

Quote #2

But still he can't join the union because Grandpa wasn't a member. (13)

The fact that Daddy can't join the union suggests that he tried and failed. Those jerks.

Quote #3

Well, Daddy is going to own that building, 'cause I'm gonna fly over it and give it to him. (14)

Problem solved, Daddy. Cassie's got you covered (in her imagination, at least).