Exploring Bud, Not Buddy: Chapters 1-5

What is Bud's full name as introduced in the first chapter?

• Bud Anderson

• Bud Caldwell

• Bud Smith

• Bud Johnson

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Describe the significance of the 'Bud Caldwell's Rules for Having Fun' in the story.

• They serve as a list of rules for making friends.

• They are a set of guidelines for academic success.

• They represent Bud's family traditions and values.

• The significance of the 'Bud Caldwell's Rules for Having Fun' lies in their role as a framework for resilience and positivity in Bud's life.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What event leads Bud to leave the home of the Amoses?

• Bud is invited to a party by the Amoses.

• Bud is offered a new home by a neighbor.

• Bud leaves after being attacked by Todd Amos.

• Bud leaves to find his mother.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Bud feel about his mother and what memories does he have of her?

• Bud resents his mother and remembers her as neglectful.

• Bud feels a deep love for his mother and remembers her as a caring figure, despite the pain of her absence.

• Bud feels angry about his mother and recalls only painful moments with her.

• Bud feels indifferent towards his mother and has no memories of her.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

What does Bud carry with him that is important to his identity?

• A backpack filled with clothes and books.

• A suitcase with personal items, including a photo of his mother.

• A duffel bag containing sports equipment.

• A briefcase with work documents.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Who is the character that Bud meets at the orphanage, and what is their relationship?

• Miss Hill, who is a caretaker at the orphanage.

• Tom, who is a volunteer at the orphanage.

• Sarah, who is a visitor at the orphanage.

• Mr. Smith, who is a teacher at the orphanage.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What does Bud's experience with the Amoses reveal about his character?

• Bud is indifferent to challenges.

• Bud relies on others for support.

• Bud is resilient and adaptable.

• Bud is easily discouraged.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

How does the author use flashbacks in the first five chapters?

• The author uses flashbacks to create suspense and tension.

• The author uses flashbacks to reveal character backgrounds and motivations.

• The author uses flashbacks to describe the setting in detail.

• The author uses flashbacks to introduce new characters abruptly.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

What role does the setting play in shaping Bud's experiences in these chapters?

• The setting shapes Bud's experiences by influencing his emotions and highlighting his journey towards finding family and belonging.

• The setting only serves as a backdrop with no significance to Bud's journey.

• The setting has no impact on Bud's emotions or experiences.

• The setting primarily focuses on the weather and its effects on the characters.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Identify a key theme introduced in the first five chapters and explain its relevance.

• The theme of friendship is introduced in the first five chapters.

• The theme of adventure is introduced in the first five chapters.

• The theme of betrayal is introduced in the first five chapters.

• The theme of identity is introduced in the first five chapters.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2