Freak the Mighty: Chapters 1-12 Review

What is the significance of the nickname 'Freak'?

• The nickname 'Freak' refers to a negative stereotype.

• The nickname 'Freak' signifies uniqueness and extraordinary characteristics.

• The nickname 'Freak' is associated with a lack of talent.

• The nickname 'Freak' signifies conformity and normalcy.

How do Max and Kevin first meet in the story?

• Max and Kevin first meet when Max helps Kevin against bullies.

• Max and Kevin meet at school during a class project.

• Max and Kevin meet at a local park while playing basketball.

• Max and Kevin meet when they are both at the library studying.

What challenges does Max face in his home life?

• Max struggles with emotional support, family conflicts, and financial issues.

• Max enjoys a supportive family environment

• Max excels in his academic pursuits

• Max has a stable financial situation

Describe the relationship between Max and his grandparents.

• Max has a strained relationship with his grandparents.

• Max feels neglected by his grandparents.

• Max has a loving and supportive relationship with his grandparents.

• Max rarely visits his grandparents.

What role does imagination play in the friendship between Max and Kevin?

• Imagination causes conflict between Max and Kevin.

• Imagination only leads to misunderstandings.

• Imagination plays a crucial role in deepening the friendship between Max and Kevin by allowing them to share adventures and dreams.

• Imagination has no impact on their friendship.

How does Kevin's physical condition affect his character?

• Kevin's physical condition shapes his character by influencing his resilience, social interactions, and emotional responses.

• Kevin's physical condition has no impact on his character.

• Kevin's physical condition only affects his academic performance.

• Kevin's physical condition makes him less resilient and more withdrawn.

What event leads to Max and Kevin's adventure in the 'Questing' theme?

• A challenge from their friends to prove their bravery.

• A treasure map they find in a library.

• A sudden storm that forces them to stay indoors.

• Their decision to embark on a journey together.

How do the boys' perceptions of themselves change throughout these chapters?

• The boys develop a strong sense of superiority over others.

• The boys' perceptions shift from fear to confidence and joy.

• The boys' perceptions of themselves evolve from innocence to a complex understanding of fear, power, and loss of innocence.

• The boys remain unchanged throughout the chapters.

What is the importance of the 'Grim' and 'Gram' characters in Max's life?

• Grim and Gram are crucial as Max's guardians and mentors, influencing his growth and decisions.

• Grim and Gram are Max's pets that offer companionship.

• Grim and Gram are characters from a different story unrelated to Max.

• Grim and Gram are Max's childhood friends who provide entertainment.

How does the author use humor to address serious themes in the story?

• The author uses humor to confuse the reader about the themes.

• The author uses humor to make serious themes more approachable and engaging for the reader.

• Humor is used to trivialize the serious themes.

• The author avoids serious themes entirely.