Jeffrey's Sports Day Adventures

In 'Maniac McGee' by Jerry Spinelli, Jeffrey makes a memorable first impression on his first day. During an 11th-grade gym class, he intercepts a football pass meant for a star receiver and punts it back perfectly, all while holding a book in one hand. His actions leave the students and teachers in awe, showcasing his extraordinary skills and setting the stage for his legendary status.

Where did Jeffrey make his first appearance on that day?

• At the park

• At one of the high school fields

• At the library

• At the grocery store

What sport were most of the students playing during the 11th grade gym class?

• Tennis

• Soccer

• Baseball

• Basketball

Who was the star quarterback mentioned in the story?

• James Hands Down

• Brian Dennehy

• Phil

• Jeffrey

What happened just as James Hands Down was about to catch the ball?

• He dropped it

• It vanished

• It was intercepted by another player

• He caught it

What did Jeffrey do after intercepting the ball?

• He ran off the field

• He threw it back

• He punted it back

• He kept it

How did the ball Jeffrey punted compare to Brian Dennehy's throws?

• It was less accurate

• It was more perfect

• It was slower

• It was shorter

What surprising detail did everyone notice about Jeffrey?

• He did everything with one hand

• He was barefoot

• He was wearing a hat

• He was singing