Why did Maniac run away from his aunt and uncle?

They never talked to each other

What is one major theme of Maniac Magee?

The power of kindness and unity

What unusual feat does Maniac perform at the high school football game?

Runs across the field during the game

Why does Maniac leave the Beales’ home?

He thinks he is causing trouble for them

What does Maniac do to try to help Russell and Piper?

Makes a deal with them about school

Who are Russell and Piper?

Two boys who run away from home

Why does Amanda carry around a suitcase full of books?

She wants to protect her books from her little siblings

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Maniac Magee

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1
What divides the town of Two Mills?
A railroad truck
A bridge
A highway
A river
2
Why did Maniac run away from his aunt and uncle?
They never talked to each other
He wanted to find his parents
He didn’t like school
They were mean to him
3
What is one major theme of Maniac Magee?
The importance of studying
Avoiding conflict
The power of kindness and unity
Winning is everything
4
What unusual feat does Maniac perform at the high school football game?
Scores 5 touchdowns
Intercepts every pass
Runs across the field during the game
Tackles the biggest player
5
What do the McNabs build in their house?
A library
A secret room
A bomb shelter
A baseball field
6
Who is Amanda Beale?
A librarian
A girl who gives Maniac a book
Maniac’s cousin
A teacher at school
7
What is Maniac Magee’s real name?
David Magee
Mark Magee
Michael Magee
Jeffery Magee
8
Why does Maniac leave the Beales’ home?
He thinks he is causing trouble for them
He wants to live with Mars Bar
Amanda tells him to go
He misses his aunt and uncle
9
What does Maniac do to try to help Russell and Piper?
Writes to their parents
Makes a deal with them about school
Gives them money
Sends them to the zoo
10
What is significant about the East End and West End in the book?
One side has schools and the other doesn’t
One side is rich, the other is poor
They are divided by race
One is for kids and one is for adults
11
What is Mars Bar Thompson known for?
Bullying kids and being tough
Being friends with Maniac from the start
Being the fastest runner
Giving candy to everyone
12
What big event does Maniac win that adds to his legend?
A foot race against Mars Bar
A wrestling match
A spelling bee
A baseball tournament
13
Who are Russell and Piper?
Two boys who run away from home
Maniac’s brothers
Two policeman in the town
Amanda’s cousins
14
Where does Maniac Magee first live when he arrives in Two Mills?
In the baseball stadium
At Amanda’s house
In the zoo
In the woods
15
Why does Amanda carry around a suitcase full of books?
She wants to protect her books from her little siblings
Her parents told her to
She is moving to a new school
She likes to pretend she’s traveling

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