Bud Not Buddy

How does Herman E. Calloway react to Bud? What does this help us understand about his personality?

• Herman E. Calloway reacts by welcoming Bud even though he has never met him before. This shows us that he is a kind and loving man.

• Herman E. Calloway reacts by feeling annoyed and denying that Bud is related to him. This shows us that he is a grumpy and serious man.

• Herman E. Calloway reacts by crying and hugging Bud because he hasn't seen him since he was a baby. This shows us that he is an emotional and friendly man.

How does Bud break one of his rules?

• He breaks one of his rules by saying rude things about a stranger.

• He breaks one of his rules by getting into a car with strangers.

• He breaks one of his rules by eating at the same table as adults.

• He breaks one of his rules by telling strangers about the contents of his suitcase.

What is the name of the restaurant that the Dusky Devastators take Bud to eat at?

• The Log Cabin

• The mission

• The Train Station

• The Sweat Pea

Which female character does Bud meet after he meets finds Herman E. Calloway? How does she treat him?

• Bud meets Miss Thomas and she is very kind and caring towards him.

• Bud meets Miss Thomas and she gives him attitude.

• Bud meets Mrs. Calloway and she is very kind and caring towards him.

• Bud meets Mrs. Calloway and she gives him attitude.

What strange event happens at the restaurant?

• Bud feels very uncomfortable and hides under a card table.

• Bud feels sick and he runs outside.

• Bud finally feels like he is home and he starts to cry like a baby.

• Bud feels sleepy after the meal and falls asleep at the table.

According to Bud, what does the phrase “gone” really mean?

• Gone = Lost

• Gone = Confused

• Gone = Dead

How does Herman E. Calloway respond to Bud spending the night?

• He gets angry and threatens that Bud better not touch anything.

• He doesn't care and ignores Bud the whole time.

• He is happy because Bud makes him laugh.

What good news does Bud get from Miss Thomas in chapter 16?

• Bud learns that Miss Thomas knows who his father is.

• Bud learns that he can stay with the band as long as he helps out with the chores.

• Bud learns that Herman E. Calloway is going to teach him to play an instrument.

• Bud learns that Miss Thomas is his aunt.

What gift does Steady Eddie give to Bud in chapter 16?

• A harmonica

• A brand new saxophone

• An old saxophone case

• A trumpet

What is Bud’s new nickname?

• Waterworks Willie

• Doo Doo Bug

• Thug

• Sleepy LaBone