Maniac Magee Quiz Chapters 16-25 (RL.5.1, RL.5.3, cause/effect)

What causes Maniac to leave the Beale home?

• He no longer wants to live in East End.

• He overhears people talking about how a white boy doesn't belong there.

• He feels the Beales don't want him there anymore.

• He is upset with Amanda.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

Which of the following quotes BEST supports Maniac’s feelings about race?

• He loved being with the Beales and never wanted to leave.

• Maniac didn’t care what color somebody was; he just wanted a home.

• He ran as fast as he could to avoid the jeers.

• He wondered why people cared so much about black and white.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.W.5.9A

What effect does Grayson’s story about playing baseball have on Maniac?

• Maniac becomes disinterested in Grayson’s past.

• Maniac starts seeing Grayson as a mentor and friend.

• Maniac is inspired to leave Two Mills.

• Maniac feels Grayson is holding him back.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.2

How does Maniac's relationship with Grayson differ from his relationship with Amanda Beale?

• Maniac feels closer to Grayson because he teaches him sports.

• Amanda is more supportive of Maniac, while Grayson acts more like a coach.

• Maniac depends on Grayson for guidance, while Amanda sees him as an equal friend.

• Amanda is more encouraging, while Grayson tries to push Maniac away.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.W.5.9B

Why does Grayson decide to take Maniac in and care for him?

• He feels guilty for not helping Maniac sooner.

• He sees himself in Maniac and wants to provide him with support he never had.

• He doesn’t want Maniac causing trouble in Two Mills.

• He believes it’s his duty as a city official.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

What causes Maniac to live in the baseball equipment room at the park?

• He doesn’t want to live with anyone else after leaving the Beales.

• He likes being close to the baseball field.

• He believes it’s the only place where people won’t bother him.

• Grayson offers it to him after finding him alone.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.W.5.9A

Why does Grayson give Maniac new shoes and clothes?

• He feels Maniac needs to look more presentable in Two Mills.

• He wants Maniac to run faster and train for baseball.

• He recognizes Maniac is homeless and wants to take care of him.

• He is repaying Maniac for teaching him how to read.

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CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.W.5.1B

CCSS.W.5.9A