Understanding Character Relationships in Maniac McGee

In this chapter, Maniac McGee is woken by Amanda pulling his ear, mistaking her for a buffalo in his dream. Amanda is frustrated with Maniac for not accepting Snickers' invitation and causing her to sneak out at night. Despite Maniac's reluctance, Amanda insists he comes home with her, asserting that he will stay in her room. The chapter ends with Amanda, Maniac, and Marsbar walking home, with Amanda grumbling but secretly pleased to have Maniac with her.

What initially wakes Maniac McGee from his sleep?

• A buffalo's roar

• Amanda pulling his ear

• A loud noise

• Mars Bar shouting

Why is Amanda upset with Maniac?

• He lost her book

• He made her say 'ain't'

• He broke her window

• He didn't visit her house

What does Amanda accuse Maniac of doing?

• Eating her food

• Waking her up at night

• Stealing her slippers

• Breaking her fence

What new name does Maniac consider for Snickers?

• Stickers

• Sneakers

• Snickers

• Mars Bar

What is Amanda's response to Maniac's protest?

• She insists he has no choice

• She agrees to let him stay

• She leaves him alone

• She calls for help

What does Amanda say about Maniac's sleeping arrangements?

• He can sleep in the zoo

• He should sleep outside

• He must sleep in her room

• He can sleep anywhere he wants

Who helps Amanda over the fence?

• Maniac

• Snickers

• Mars Bar

• A stranger

What does Amanda complain about during their walk?

• The zoo animals

• The weather

• Her slippers

• Maniac's laughter

What does Maniac realize about Amanda's grumbling?

• It will never stop

• It's just noise

• It means she cares

• It's annoying