Maniac Magee Ch. 1-15 Quiz (RL.5.1, RL.5.3)

What can you infer about Maniac Magee’s feelings toward his aunt and uncle based on his decision to run away in Chapter 1?

• He feels safe and happy with them.

• He is afraid of them but stays to keep the peace.

• He feels trapped and unhappy, leading him to escape.

• He is confused but wants to stay and help them.

How do Maniac Magee’s interactions with Amanda Beale in the early chapters influence his experience in the East End?

• Amanda gives him confidence to be himself in a new place.

• She discourages him from staying in the East End.

• Their friendship leads him to leave the East End.

• Amanda's help makes Maniac want to go back to the West End.

How does Maniac’s relationship with John McNab contrast with his relationship with Amanda Beale?

• Both relationships start with conflict, but only Amanda becomes a true friend.

• John McNab quickly accepts Maniac, while Amanda doesn’t trust him at first.

• Maniac tries to avoid both John and Amanda.

• John McNab supports Maniac, while Amanda tries to stop him from playing sports.

What can you infer about Maniac’s character based on his ability to run long distances and live without a permanent home?

• He values comfort and stability.

• He is determined and resilient, finding ways to survive.

• He is shy and avoids people.

• He is easily discouraged and gives up quickly.

How do Maniac’s interactions with different people in the West End and East End influence his understanding of the world around him?

• He becomes more confused about where he belongs.

• He begins to understand the differences between the two communities.

• He decides that the West End is better than the East End.

• He realizes that neither place is suitable for him.