Maniac Magee Part 1 Test

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What is the main purpose of including the character of Hands Down in Maniac Magee?

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To help create Maniac Magee as a legend.

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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Maniac Magee?

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Shyness.

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Why does Maniac Magee go to live with Aunt Dot and Uncle Dan?

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His parents are killed in a trolley crash, he is forced to go live with them.

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How does Jeffrey get the nickname 'Maniac'? List 3 ways.

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By running away from home, performing amazing feats, and untying Cobble’s Knot.

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How is the Finsterwald’s backyard best described?

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Foreboding and infamous.

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What does the character of Maniac Magee symbolize in the story?

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The struggle against racism and the quest for belonging.

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What is the significance of Cobble’s Knot in the story?

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It represents challenges that seem impossible to overcome.

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How does Maniac Magee's relationship with Amanda Beale develop throughout the story?

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They become close friends who support each other.

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What does Maniac Magee's running symbolize?

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His desire for freedom and escape from his troubled past.

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What role does the setting play in Maniac Magee?

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It highlights the division between different communities.