Maniac McGee: Key Events and Details

The transcript describes the story of Maniac McGee, a new kid in town who quickly becomes a legend due to his extraordinary feats, such as intercepting a pass and rescuing a boy. He earns the nickname 'Maniac' and lives in a deer shed at the Elmwood Park Zoo. Maniac is fascinated by a book he borrowed from Amanda Bill and spends his time reading and running around town, keeping the book in perfect condition.

What was the town's reaction to the new kid in town?

• They were indifferent.

• They ignored him.

• They were buzzing with excitement.

• They were scared of him.

What did Maniac McGee do with Brian Den's pass?

• He threw it back to Brian.

• He caught it and ran away.

• He intercepted it and punted it back.

• He ignored it.

How did Maniac McGee earn his nickname?

• By being a troublemaker.

• By being very quiet.

• By performing extraordinary feats.

• By being very studious.

Where did Maniac McGee sleep during his first few nights in town?

• In a hotel.

• In a friend's house.

• In a school.

• In the deer shed at the Elmwood Park Zoo.

What did Maniac McGee eat during his first few nights in town?

• Candy and chips.

• Carrots, apples, and day-old hamburger buns.

• Pizza and soda.

• Bread and water.

What book did Maniac McGee start reading on his second day in town?

• A book about animals.

• A book about sports.

• Amanda Beale's book.

• A book about history.

Why did Maniac McGee keep Amanda Beale's book for several days?

• He lost it.

• He was fascinated by the story.

• He forgot to return it.

• He wanted to sell it.

What did Maniac McGee do when he wasn't reading?

• He was sleeping.

• He was wandering around town.

• He was playing sports.

• He was studying.

How did Maniac McGee wander around town?

• He drove a car.

• He rode a bike.

• He ran.

• He walked slowly.

What unexpected event happened while Maniac McGee was wandering?

• He met a famous person.

• His life took an unexpected turn.

• He got lost.

• He found a treasure.