Freak the Mighty Chapter 2 Flashcard

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Which of the following is the best summary of Chapter 2?

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Maxwell reflects on his life in the basement, sees the arrival of new neighbors, and recognizes Freak and his mother moving in.

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What does the passage reveal about Maxwell’s personality?

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He prefers to keep to himself and often doubts his own worth.

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What does Maxwell mean when he describes his basement as his "own private down under"?

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It is far from the rest of the house, giving him independence.

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What evidence from the text shows that Maxwell admires the Fair Gwen?

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Because she looks like some kind of movie star.

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What does the word “hunkering” most likely mean as used in the sentence: "By this time I'm hunkering along in front of the place"?

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Squatting low to avoid being seen

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From whose point of view is the story told?

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Maxwell, in first person

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Why does Maxwell decide not to respond when Freak points his crutch at him?

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Maxwell thinks Freak might actually harm him with the crutch and is afraid.

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What theme is introduced by Maxwell’s reaction to Freak calling him an "earthling"?

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Misunderstandings can lead to fear or avoidance.

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What mood is created when Maxwell observes the movers and notices Freak giving them orders?

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Amused, because Freak is small but acts with great authority.

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Why does the author include Maxwell’s description of his basement as smelling like “low tide”?

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To highlight Maxwell’s contentment with his living space despite its flaws.