My Name is Leon Chapters 1-23

What year does the text open in?

• 1979

• 1980

• 1981

• 1982

Answer explanation

In fact, Jake is born on 2nd April 1980, and this is were Chapter 1 begins.

What does Leon nickname Tina's son at the start of the novel?

• Wobbly Bobby

• Big B

• Mr Blobby

• Mr Tumble

Who says ‘Just me and you and him. Always.’?

• Maureen

• Sylvia

• Carol

• Leon

Answer explanation

This is a quotation from Carol in Chapter 1. It is ironic, as 5 chapters later Leon and Jake are separated from their mother.

Jake's dad is called...

Answer explanation

Remember, Tony is 14 years older than Carol and in a relationship. It's implied he promised Carol a relationship, but really he just wanted to sleep with her.

Leon's dad is called...

Answer explanation

Byron is wanted for a crime. When he was around, he seemed to turn up and leave unexpectedly, and could be violently angry.

What is the first food Maureen gives Leon?

• Bacon Sandwiches

• Pork Pies

• Biscuits

• A Curly Curly

Answer explanation

When Leon and Jake arrive at Maureen's late at night, Maureen gives him biscuits before sending him to bed. As an archetypal carer, she recognises his need to be fed.

Which TWO have been Leon's dreams?

• Being a soldier and leading troops to battle

• Needing to defeat a dragon to save a village

• Being an astronaut and leading a trip to the moon

Answer explanation

All Leon's dreams seem to be about protecting others, demonstrating his caring and protective nature.

What present does Carol bring for Leon when she sees him in Chapter 14?

• A teddy bear

• A Dukes of Hazzard comic

• An action man

• A pen and pencil set

Answer explanation

This is a present inappropriate for a 9 year old boy- Leon notes it's like something a professor would have. Carol seems to not know the needs and desires of Leon.

What illness is Maureen taken into hospital with?

• A bacterial infection in the brain

• Bronchial Pneumonia

• Complications due to asthma

• Sepsis

What type of bike does the Zebra bring Leon in Chapter 16?