Bud, Not Buddy Quiz - Chapter 8 (Version 2)

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    Hooperville is named after President Hoover

    • True
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This quiz on 'Bud, Not Buddy', Chapter 8, explores key moments and character interactions in the novel. It assesses understanding of the setting, historical context, and character development, relevant for learners studying American literature and history.

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  • 2. 

    Who surprises Bud while he's asleep outside the library?

    • Deza

    • The Amos'

    • Bugs

    • Jerry

    Correct Answer
    A. Bugs
  • 3. 

    Who is the first girl Bud ever kisses?

    • Deza

    • Annie

    • Miss Amos's niece

    • He doesn't kiss anyone

    Correct Answer
    A. Deza
    Explanation
    In the given question, the correct answer is Deza. This suggests that Deza is the first girl that Bud ever kisses.

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  • 4. 

    What was another name for Hooperville? 

    • A Cardboard Jungle

    • A Forest In The Hills

    • The Mission

    • Foster's Paradise

    Correct Answer
    A. A Cardboard Jungle
    Explanation
    Hooperville was known as "A Cardboard Jungle" because it was a place where makeshift homes and structures were built using cardboard. This suggests that the living conditions in Hooperville were poor and lacking proper infrastructure. The term "jungle" further emphasizes the chaotic and disorganized nature of the settlement, highlighting the challenges and difficulties faced by the residents.

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  • 5. 

    What is Hooperville (Hooverville)

    • A place for kids that run away from foster homes

    • A hospital for kids needing medical attention

    • A homeless village outside of Flint

    • The name of the Mission where Bud gets food

    Correct Answer
    A. A homeless village outside of Flint
    Explanation
    Hooperville, also known as Hooverville, is a term used to describe a homeless village located outside of Flint. This term originated during the Great Depression when makeshift shantytowns were created by individuals who had lost their homes and jobs. These villages were named after President Herbert Hoover, who was blamed for the economic crisis at the time. Hooperville served as a temporary refuge for those who were struggling and unable to afford proper housing.

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  • 6. 

    Bud and Jerry both made it onto the train.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement "Bud and Jerry both made it onto the train" is false. This means that either Bud or Jerry did not make it onto the train, or possibly neither of them did.

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  • 7. 

    What was the one good thing Bud said came out of Hooperville? 

    • He had the best meal of his life

    • He made a lot of new friends

    • He had his first kiss

    • He rode on the train for the first time

    Correct Answer
    A. He had his first kiss
    Explanation
    Bud mentioned that the one good thing that came out of Hooperville was having his first kiss.

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  • 8. 

    In order to get fed, the people at Hooperville told Bud and Jerry they would have to...

    • Leave the place

    • Clean the Clothes

    • Cook the Food

    • Wash Dishes

    Correct Answer
    A. Wash Dishes
    Explanation
    Bud and Jerry were told by the people at Hooperville that in order to get fed, they would have to wash dishes. This means that their task or responsibility for earning their meal was to clean the dirty dishes.

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  • 9. 

    What surprise did Bud find as he saw the train?

    • Deza

    • The Train Never Showed Up

    • The Police Were There

    • The There Was No Surprise

    Correct Answer
    A. The Police Were There
    Explanation
    Bud found the police at the train station as a surprise.

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  • 10. 

    What was Bud's goal at the end of the chapter? 

    • To get to the Mission

    • To get Deza's phone number

    • To find Jerry

    • To go back to the Amos' House

    Correct Answer
    A. To get to the Mission
    Explanation
    Bud's goal at the end of the chapter was to get to the Mission.

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