Bud, Not Buddy Quiz 11-14

What nickname do the band members give Bud when he joins them in chapters 11-14?

• Little Man

• Sleepy LaBone

• Buddy Boy

• Jazz Kid

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Who is Miss Thomas in relation to the band?

• The band’s manager and singer

• The band’s cook

• The band’s driver

• The band’s trumpet player

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Which instrument does Steady Eddie play in the band?

• Trumpet

• Saxophone

• Drums

• Piano

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What food does Miss Thomas give Bud when he arrives at the Sweet Pea?

• Meat loaf, okra, mashed potatoes, and sweet potato pie

• Fish and chips

• A sandwich and red pop

• Soup and bread

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How does Bud’s suitcase symbolize his journey and character in chapters 11-14?

• It shows he is greedy and wants to collect things.

• It represents his hope, memories, and determination to find family.

• It proves he is forgetful and careless.

• It is only important for carrying food.

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Based on Bud’s reaction to the band members, what can you infer about how he feels around them?

• He feels nervous and scared.

• He feels accepted and cared for.

• He feels angry and resentful.

• He feels bored and uninterested.

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Which detail from the text best shows that Miss Thomas is a caring person?

• She tells Bud to leave immediately.

• She gives Bud food and comforts him.

• She ignores Bud when he arrives.

• She laughs at Bud’s story.

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What does Bud’s decision to tell the band the truth about his situation reveal about his character?

• He is dishonest.

• He is brave and trusts them.

• He is careless.

• He is shy and secretive.

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Using evidence from chapters 11-14, explain why Herman E. Calloway reacts so strongly when Bud claims to be his son. What does this suggest about Calloway’s character?

• He is angry because he does not like children, showing he is mean.

• He is shocked and emotional, suggesting he has a painful past and is guarded.

• He is happy and welcoming, showing he is friendly.

• He is confused because he does not remember Bud, showing he is forgetful.

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How does Bud’s experience with the band help him grow as a person? Use evidence from the text to support your answer.

• It makes him more suspicious of adults.

• It helps him learn to trust others and feel a sense of belonging.

• It causes him to run away again.

• It teaches him to keep secrets.

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