Part I Of Maniac Magee Quiz Questions

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1. Why was it awkward living with Uncle Dan and Aunt Dot?

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Living with Uncle Dan and Aunt Dot was awkward because they did not speak to each other and lived separate lives. This suggests a lack of communication and connection between them, creating an uncomfortable living environment.

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Maniac Magee Quizzes & Trivia

This comprehension test is on questions from Part I of Maniac Magee.

2. Who is Amanda Beale?

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Amanda Beale is the first friend that Jeffrey makes in Two Mills. This indicates that she is an important person in Jeffrey's life and plays a significant role in the story.

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3. Why did Amanda kick Mars Bar?

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Amanda kicked Mars Bar because he tore a page from her book. This action likely angered Amanda and caused her to react by kicking Mars Bar as a form of retaliation or to express her frustration.

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4. Who is the author of Maniac Magee?
 

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Jerry Spinelli is the author of Maniac Magee. This information can be inferred from the given options, where Jerry Spinelli is listed as one of the authors. Maniac Magee is a popular children's novel written by Jerry Spinelli, making him the correct answer to the question.

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5. How did Maniac get from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills?

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Maniac got from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills by running.

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6. Who did Jeffrey live with after his parents' death?

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After Jeffrey's parents' death, he lived with his Uncle Dan and Aunt Dot.

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7. What did Mars Bar give Jeffrey a bite of?

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Mars Bar gave Jeffrey a bite of a candy bar.

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8. Who gave Jeffrey the nickname "Maniac"?

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The correct answer is the townspeople because it is stated in the question that Jeffrey was given the nickname "Maniac" by the townspeople.

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9. Why did the Cobras stop chasing Jeffrey at Hector St.?

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The Cobras stopped chasing Jeffrey at Hector St. because Hector St. is the divider between East End and West End. This suggests that the Cobras were restricted to one side of the street and could not continue chasing Jeffrey into the other side.

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10. What food is Jeffrey allergic to?

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Jeffrey is allergic to pizza.

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11. Why did Jeffrey win a pizza certificate?

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Jeffrey won a pizza certificate because he untied Cobble's Knot. This suggests that Jeffrey performed a helpful act by untying a difficult knot for Mr. Cobble, which resulted in him being rewarded with a pizza certificate.

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12. What did Mars Bar call Jeffrey?

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Mars Bar called Jeffrey "a fish belly" because it is a playful and teasing way to refer to someone who enjoys eating fish. It implies that Jeffrey has a preference for fish and perhaps eats it frequently. This nickname could have been given to Jeffrey based on his love for fish or a specific incident involving fish that Mars Bar found amusing.

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13. What did Mr. Cobble sell at Cobble Corner?

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Mr. Cobble sold pizza at Cobble Corner.

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14. What happened to Jeffrey's parents?

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Jeffrey's parents died in a train accident.

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15. Who lives on the West End?

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The correct answer is "The Whites" because the question asks who lives on the West End, and the option "The Whites" is the only option provided that directly answers the question.

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16. Why did Jeffrey get out of the bed and open the front door on his first night at the Beales?

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Jeffrey getting out of bed and opening the front door on his first night at the Beales indicates that he was happy to have an address. This suggests that Jeffrey may have been homeless or without a permanent residence before arriving at the Beales. Having an address would provide him with a sense of stability and security, which could explain his happiness and the reason for his actions.

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17. Where was Jeffrey staying before he went to the Beales?

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The correct answer is The Zoo because it is mentioned in the question that Jeffrey was staying somewhere before he went to the Beales. Among the given options, The Zoo is the only location mentioned, indicating that Jeffrey was staying there before going to the Beales.

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18. Why did Mr. Beale turn the car around?

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Mr. Beale turned the car around because he realized that Jeffrey was homeless. This suggests that Mr. Beale empathized with Jeffrey's situation and wanted to help him in some way. It is possible that Mr. Beale wanted to offer Jeffrey some assistance or support, such as providing him with food, shelter, or connecting him to resources for help. This action demonstrates Mr. Beale's compassion and willingness to help those in need.

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19. How long did it take Jeffrey to get from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills?

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Jeffrey took 1 year to get from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills.

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20. Who did Jeffrey have dinner with at a ping pong table?

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Jeffrey had dinner with The Pickwells at a ping pong table.

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Why was it awkward living with Uncle Dan and Aunt Dot?
Who is Amanda Beale?
Why did Amanda kick Mars Bar?
Who is the author of Maniac Magee?  
How did Maniac get from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills?
Who did Jeffrey live with after his parents' death?
What did Mars Bar give Jeffrey a bite of?
Who gave Jeffrey the nickname "Maniac"?
Why did the Cobras stop chasing Jeffrey at Hector St.?
What food is Jeffrey allergic to?
Why did Jeffrey win a pizza certificate?
What did Mars Bar call Jeffrey?
What did Mr. Cobble sell at Cobble Corner?
What happened to Jeffrey's parents?
Who lives on the West End?
Why did Jeffrey get out of the bed and open the front door on his...
Where was Jeffrey staying before he went to the Beales?
Why did Mr. Beale turn the car around?
How long did it take Jeffrey to get from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills?
Who did Jeffrey have dinner with at a ping pong table?
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