Bud, Not Buddy Novel Quiz: Trivia!

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1. Bud asked Lefty to show his teeth. Why?

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Bud asked Lefty to show his teeth because he thought Lefty was a vampire.

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Have you ever heard of the book Bud, Not Buddy? Bud, Not Buddy is a children’s novel written by Christopher Paul Curtis. The tome is set in the 1930s in Michigan. The main character in the story experiences the racism of the day and the dangers facing blacks at the... see moretime. This untimely quiz will show you what the novel is about, and all the best. see less

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2. What was the name that the band gave Bud?

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The band gave Bud the name Sleepy LaBone.

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3. What is Bud's mom's name?

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The correct answer is Angela.

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4. For revenge, what did Bud make Todd do?

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Bud made Todd pee the bed as an act of revenge.

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5. How old was Bud when his mother died?

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Bud was 6 years old when his mother died.

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6. Where does Bud meet Deza Malone?

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Bud meets Deza Malone in Hooverville. This is evident from the information provided in the question. The options "At a foster home," "On a train," and "In the River" are not mentioned in the question, so they can be eliminated as possible answers.

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7. What is the name of the restaurant that the band takes Bud to?

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The correct answer is Sweet Pea.

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8. Where does Bud meet Mr. Lefty Lewis?

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Bud meets Mr. Lefty Lewis on the road outside of Owosso.

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9. What did Bud hide from the Amos' on the porch?

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Bud hid a shotgun from the Amos' on the porch.

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10. What did Bud realize about the dead girl's room?

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Bud realized that the dead girl's room was his mom's room.

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11. "Go ahead and cry, Bud. You're home." Who said this to Bud?

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Mrs. Thomas said "Go ahead and cry, Bud. You're home." This suggests that Bud is finally in a safe and familiar place, where he can express his emotions freely. Mrs. Thomas seems to be comforting Bud and assuring him that he is now in a place where he can feel secure and let his guard down.

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12. Miss Thomas is

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Miss Thomas is the singer in the band. This is evident from the given options where it is stated that she is Mr. C's wife, Bud's grandmother, and Bud's guardian. None of these options indicate that she is involved with the band. Therefore, the correct answer is that she is the singer in the band.

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13. Which of these items did Bud NOT have in his suitcase?

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Bud did not have a book in his suitcase. The question is asking for the item that was not present in Bud's suitcase, and the given answer states that it was a book.

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14. What was the name of the saxophone player in the band?

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Steady Eddie is the correct answer because the question asks for the name of the saxophone player in the band, and Steady Eddie is the only option that could potentially be a name. The other options, Doo-Doo Bug, The Thug, and Dirty Deed, do not sound like names that a saxophone player would have.

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15. Where did Lefty Lewis drop Bud off at?

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Lefty Lewis dropped Bud off at The Log Cabin.

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16. Who does Bud think it 'the most beautiful woman in the world'?

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Bud thinks that Miss Thomas is the most beautiful woman in the world.

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17. What name listed below is not a name of a member of Herman E. Calloway's band?

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The name "Clarence" is not listed as a member of Herman E. Calloway's band. This can be concluded by comparing the given names with the options provided.

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18. When did Bud cry?

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Bud cries when he looks around the table at the Sweet Pea and realizes he is right where he needs to be. This suggests that Bud has finally found a sense of belonging and acceptance, which brings him to tears of happiness and relief. It signifies a significant emotional turning point for Bud, as he has spent much of the story feeling lonely and searching for a place where he truly belongs.

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19. What was the name of Herman E. Calloway's house?

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The correct answer is Grand Calloway Station. This is the name of Herman E. Calloway's house.

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20. Why did the policeman stop Lefty and Bud outside of Flint?

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The correct answer is that the policeman stopped the vehicle to look for labor union papers.

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21. Mrs. Sleet is

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Mrs. Sleet is Lefty Lewis' daughter because it is stated in the question.

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22. What did Bud give to Mr. C at the end of the novel?

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Bud gave Mr. C. the flyers and the rocks as a way to show his appreciation and gratitude. These items held sentimental value for Bud and represented the journey he had taken throughout the novel. By giving them to Mr. C., Bud was expressing his thanks for the support and guidance he had received.

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23. What did Mrs. Thomas and Mr. Jimmy want to know about Bud's mom?

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24. Bud meets Bugs outside of the library.  Where do they decide to head out to together?

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Bud and Bugs decide to head out to Chicago together.

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25. Why does Steady Eddie question Bud about his suitcase?

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Steady Eddie takes this action because Bud's current suitcase is deteriorating, and Eddie wishes to provide him with a sturdier case for his valuable belongings. Bud, sensing a newfound sense of family, is willing to part with his old suitcase, appreciating the gesture.

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26. When Herman E. Calloway locked the door, what was his warning to Bud?

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Herman E. Calloway's warning to Bud indicates that he is cautious about theft and wants to make sure that Bud is aware that he would be able to detect if anything was stolen. This suggests that Calloway values his belongings and wants to prevent any potential theft from occurring.

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27. Which character does Bud mistake for a vampire due to a box of blood in his car?

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Bud mistakes Lefty Lewis for a vampire because he finds a box of blood in his car. This misunderstanding leads to Bud's initial apprehension towards Lefty.

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Bud asked Lefty to show his teeth. Why?
What was the name that the band gave Bud?
What is Bud's mom's name?
For revenge, what did Bud make Todd do?
How old was Bud when his mother died?
Where does Bud meet Deza Malone?
What is the name of the restaurant that the band takes Bud to?
Where does Bud meet Mr. Lefty Lewis?
What did Bud hide from the Amos' on the porch?
What did Bud realize about the dead girl's room?
"Go ahead and cry, Bud. You're home." Who said this to...
Miss Thomas is
Which of these items did Bud NOT have in his suitcase?
What was the name of the saxophone player in the band?
Where did Lefty Lewis drop Bud off at?
Who does Bud think it 'the most beautiful woman in the world'?
What name listed below is not a name of a member of Herman E....
When did Bud cry?
What was the name of Herman E. Calloway's house?
Why did the policeman stop Lefty and Bud outside of Flint?
Mrs. Sleet is
What did Bud give to Mr. C at the end of the novel?
What did Mrs. Thomas and Mr. Jimmy want to know about Bud's mom?
Bud meets Bugs outside of the library.  Where do they decide to...
Why does Steady Eddie question Bud about his suitcase?
When Herman E. Calloway locked the door, what was his warning to Bud?
Which character does Bud mistake for a vampire due to a box of blood...
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