Maniac Magee – Reading Comprehension Quiz

How old was Maniac when he ran away?

• 5

• 8

• 11

• 12

Who did Maniac run away from?

• His parents

• His sister

• His aunt and uncle

• His teacher

Where does Maniac show up after he runs away?

• East End

• Red Hill

• Two Mills

• Bridgeport

What does Maniac do instead of walking?

• Sleeps

• Jumps

• Skips

• Runs

What sport is Maniac very good at?

• Basketball

• Baseball

• Soccer

• Tennis

Who is Amanda Beale?

• Maniac’s cousin

• His enemy

• His first friend

• His teacher

Why does Amanda carry books in a suitcase?

• She wants to sell them

• She wants to read and protect them

• She hides snacks in them

• She needs it for school projects

What does Maniac convince Amanda to do?

• Run away with him

• Let him borrow a book

• Give him money

• Hide him in her house

Who is Mars Bar?

• Maniac’s uncle

• A mean kid who bullies Maniac

• Maniac’s best friend

• Amanda’s brother

What does Mars Bar try to do with Amanda’s book?

• Read it carefully

• Tear a page

• Return it

• Hide it for her