Bud, Not Buddy Character and Plot Insights

Mrs. J reads aloud from 'Bud, Not Buddy' by Christopher Paul Curtis, focusing on chapter 13. Bud meets a band, believing one member might be his father. He shares his family background and is invited to dinner at Sweet Pea, where he must explain his situation. The band members introduce themselves, and Bud reflects on his journey and interactions with them.

Who is the author of 'Bud, Not Buddy'?

• Christopher Paul Curtis

• Harper Lee

• Mark Twain

• J.K. Rowling

What chapter of 'Bud, Not Buddy' is being read?

• Chapter 10

• Chapter 12

• Chapter 15

• Chapter 13

What is Bud's initial reaction when he meets the group of men?

• He is confused

• He is excited

• He is angry

• He is indifferent

What does Bud claim about his family in Flint?

• He has a large family

• He has an aunt

• He has a brother

• He has no one left

Why does Bud decide to find his father?

• He wants money

• He wants to travel

• He has no one left

• He is curious

What is the Sweet Pea?

• A park

• A restaurant

• A school

• A hotel

Who is the saxophone player in the band?

• Steady Eddie

• Doug the Thug

• Doo Doo Bug

• Dirty Deed

What advice does Steady Eddie give Bud about Mr. Callaway?

• Call him dad

• Avoid calling him dad

• Ignore him

• Be friendly

What is one of Bud's rules for life?

• Never say something bad about someone you don't know

• Never travel alone

• Always trust strangers

• Always be honest

What does the band do before leaving for the Sweet Pea?

• They eat

• They rehearse

• They sleep

• They load the car