Bud, Not Buddy Study Guide

Front

Why did Bud say that it’s “terrible to have been brought up proper”?

Back

Because he was taught to be polite and follow rules, which made it harder for him to survive on his own.

Front

Why did Bud insist on seeing the man’s teeth?

Back

Because he believed the man might be his father and wanted to check if they had similar teeth.

Front

Who was Lefty Lewis?

Back

He was a kind man who helped Bud on his journey and took him to Grand Rapids.

Front

How did Bud know he was going to be safe?

Back

Because Lefty Lewis treated him with kindness and did not seem dangerous.

Front

Why did Bud sleep so well in the car and through that first night with Mr. Lewis?

Back

He felt safe for the first time in a long time and was exhausted from his travels.

Front

Why did Bud pretend to still be asleep even though he was awake?

Back

He was being cautious and wanted to listen to the conversation between Mr. Lewis and the other adults.

Front

Who was Mrs. Sleet?

Back

She was Lefty Lewis’s daughter, and she took care of Bud when he stayed at their home.

Front

What was Bud’s reason for thinking it was okay to lie to an adult but not to a kid?

Back

Because he believed adults already knew how the world worked, but kids were innocent and should be protected from lies.

Front

How was mealtime at the Sleets’ house different from mealtime at the home?

Back

The Sleets’ house had a warm and welcoming atmosphere, while meals at the orphanage were strict and unkind.

Front

What was in the box in Lefty’s car the day the policeman stopped him?

Back

The box contained flyers about a workers' meeting, which could have been considered controversial at the time.