(2) Bud, Not Buddy_Ch. 2

Front

What happened to previous foster boys who were put in the shed?

Back

Previous foster boys were treated poorly, just as Bud has been.

Front

Why was Bud hoping to get under the bed?

Back

Bud was trying to protect himself from Todd's blows.

Front

What is a synonym for 'lavatory'?

Back

the bathroom

Front

What can we infer from Rule #118 that Bud shares?

Back

Bud has been maltreated by adults.

Front

What literary device is used in the statement 'Todd's mouth was a prayer book'?

Back

metaphor

Front

What does Bud's action of pulling his knees to his chest represent?

Back

A defensive posture indicating fear or vulnerability.

Front

What does Bud's rule about giving adults something to take away suggest about his experiences?

Back

It suggests that Bud has learned to navigate a hostile environment.

Front

How does Bud's view of adults reflect his past experiences?

Back

He sees them as potentially harmful and untrustworthy.

Front

What does the phrase 'scooching toward the bed' imply about Bud's state of mind?

Back

It implies he is scared and seeking safety.

Front

What does the term 'maltreated' mean in the context of Bud's experiences?

Back

It means to be treated cruelly or abusively.