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This is a quiz over comprehension from chapters 1-5 of Maniac Magee.

Questions and Answers

1.

How did Jeffrey Magee become an orphan?
- A.
  
  His parents were killed in a train crash
- B.
  
  His parents gave him away
- C.
  
  His parents were killed in an airplane crash
- D.
  
  He was born an orphan
Correct Answer
A. His parents were killed in a train crash

Explanation
Jeffrey Magee became an orphan because his parents were killed in a train crash.

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2.

How many years did Jeffrey live with his aunt and uncle before ran away?
- A.
  
  10
- B.
  
  8
- C.
  
  7
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
B. 8

Explanation
Jeffrey lived with his aunt and uncle for a total of 8 years before running away.

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3.

Why did Jeffrey run away?
- A.
  
  His aunt and uncle did not get along
- B.
  
  His aunt and uncle didn’t want him anymore
- C.
  
  He turned 18 years old
- D.
  
  He wanted to tour the world
Correct Answer
A. His aunt and uncle did not get along

Explanation
The correct answer suggests that Jeffrey ran away because his aunt and uncle did not get along. This implies that there was conflict or tension between them, which may have made it an uncomfortable or unfavorable living situation for Jeffrey.

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4.

What is the time Jeffrey was gone between Hollidaysburg and Two Mills called?
- A.
  
  The Slowest Year
- B.
  
  The Long Year
- C.
  
  The Lost Boy
- D.
  
  The Lost Year
Correct Answer
D. The Lost Year
5.

How many miles is there between Two Mills and Hollidaysburg?
- A.
  
  150
- B.
  
  200
- C.
  
  52
- D.
  
  100
Correct Answer
C. 52

Explanation
The correct answer is 52. This suggests that the distance between Two Mills and Hollidaysburg is 52 miles.

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6.

Who was the first person to talk to Jeffrey?
- A.
  
  Arnold Jones
- B.
  
  John McNabb
- C.
  
  Amanda Beale
- D.
  
  Brian Denehy
Correct Answer
C. Amanda Beale

Explanation
Amanda Beale was the first person to talk to Jeffrey. This is evident from the information provided in the question.

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7.

Why did Jeffrey stand out in East End?
- A.
  
  He wore glasses
- B.
  
  He dressed funny
- C.
  
  He was dirty
- D.
  
  He was white
Correct Answer
D. He was white

Explanation
Jeffrey stood out in East End because he was white. This suggests that he was in a predominantly non-white area, making his race a noticeable characteristic that made him stand out from the majority of the population.

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8.

What did Amanda have in her suitcase that Jeffrey loved?
- A.
  
  Books
- B.
  
  Cd's
- C.
  
  Candy bars
- D.
  
  Clothes
Correct Answer
A. Books

Explanation
Amanda had books in her suitcase that Jeffrey loved.

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9.

What was special about Jeffrey catching Brian Denehy’s pass and then punting the ball back to Hands Down?
- A.
  
  He was just a little kid
- B.
  
  He was as talented as the high school boys
- C.
  
  He did it running backwards
- D.
  
  He did it with a book in one hand
Correct Answer
D. He did it with a book in one hand

Explanation
Jeffrey catching Brian Denehy's pass and punting the ball back to Hands Down with a book in one hand is special because it demonstrates his exceptional coordination and multitasking skills. Despite the added difficulty of holding a book, Jeffrey was able to successfully catch the pass and punt the ball accurately, showcasing his talent and ability to perform at a level comparable to the high school boys.

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10.

The high school boys thought Jeffrey was cool times 10 because:
- A.
  
  He saved the boy from Finsterwald’s yard
- B.
  
  He sat down on Finsterwald’s steps and reads
- C.
  
  He takes on some of the high school boys
- D.
  
  He takes the boy home with him
Correct Answer
B. He sat down on Finsterwald’s steps and reads

Explanation
The high school boys thought Jeffrey was cool because he sat down on Finsterwald's steps and reads. This suggests that the boys admired Jeffrey for taking the time to relax and enjoy a book, which may have been seen as a sign of intelligence or sophistication. It also implies that Jeffrey's actions stood out from the norm and made him appear unique or interesting to the boys.

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Maniac Magee - Quiz Ch. 1-5

How did Jeffrey Magee become an orphan?

How many years did Jeffrey live with his aunt and uncle before ran away?

Why did Jeffrey run away?

What is the time Jeffrey was gone between Hollidaysburg and Two Mills called?

How many miles is there between Two Mills and Hollidaysburg?

Who was the first person to talk to Jeffrey?

Why did Jeffrey stand out in East End?

What did Amanda have in her suitcase that Jeffrey loved?

What was special about Jeffrey catching Brian Denehy’s pass and then punting the ball back to Hands Down?

The high school boys thought Jeffrey was cool times 10 because: