A Duet From Home

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What are the main reasons June and her family move to Huey House? How does this change affect their daily lives?

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How do June and Tyrell initially meet, and what common interest helps them develop their friendship despite their different musical preferences?

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What challenges do the residents face when they learn about Huey House's potential closure? How do they respond?

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How does June's relationship with her violin and classical music help her cope with her current situation? What does music mean to her?

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Compare and contrast June and Tyrell's approaches to music. How do their different musical interests reflect their personalities and backgrounds?

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How does June's mother handle their family's situation? What does this reveal about her character?

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How does the author portray the community at Huey House? What examples show how the residents support each other?

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What role does cultural identity play in the story? How do both June's Chinese-American heritage and Tyrell's African-American background influence their experiences?

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How does June's understanding of 'home' change throughout the story? What does she learn about what makes a home?

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What does this story teach us about judging others and making assumptions about people experiencing homelessness?

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