Ch. 13 Assessment Bud, Not Buddy Quote/Inference

When Bud is at a lively diner, what does he say when the friendly waiter offers him a delicious meal?

• "No, thank you. I'm not hungry."

• "Yes, sir. Thank you, sir."

• "I don’t eat at restaurants."

• "I’d rather eat alone."

When Bud finally decides to join Jimmy for a meal, what playful gesture does he make?

• He gives a gentle handshake like Aiden would.

• He turns around and walks away, just like Evelyn might do.

• He grabs Jimmy's hand and gives it a hearty squeeze, much like Sophia's style.

• He cheekily asks for some cash instead.

Mia and William are curious about how Bud describes Herman E. Calloway. What does Bud say?

• As a friendly and caring man.

• As someone who is fun and talkative.

• As an old and grumpy man.

• As someone who wants to help Bud.

Imagine Bud is at a magical feast with Daniel and Zoe. What can we infer about Bud’s feelings when he is offered a plate of enchanted food?

• He is suspicious and refuses to eat.

• He is grateful and excited for the opportunity.

• He is sad because he doesn’t like magical food.

• He is confused about why they are offering him enchanted food.

Imagine Bud meeting the charismatic Jimmy for the first time. What does Bud’s reaction to shaking hands with Jimmy reveal about his upbringing?

• He has been taught to be polite and respectful, just like Nora and Oliver.

• He does not trust adults and refuses to shake hands, unlike Abigail.

• He is confused about social interactions, unlike his friend Oliver.

• He dislikes authority figures, unlike Nora.

If you were in Bud's shoes, why might you dream of having someone like Lefty Lewis or Jimmy Wesley as your dad instead of the grumpy Herman E. Calloway?

• Because they're the kind of dads who'd rock a cool hat and play video games with you.

• Because they treat him with kindness, unlike Calloway.

• Because they remind him of his mother.

• Because they promised to buy him things.

Find a quote from Chapter 13 that shows Bud’s excitement about eating at the restaurant. What does this quote tell you about Bud’s experience with food? Please use R.A.C.E to respond to this question.

Explain how Herman E. Calloway treats Bud in this chapter. Use a quote from the text to support your answer.

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How does Jimmy Wesley’s attitude toward Bud differ from Herman E. Calloway’s? Use a quote to support your inference.

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