Freak the Mighty

What do the boys have in common?

• they both felt like they were different
• they are not friends
• they go to the same school
• they fight alot

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Why did Freak call himself, "robot man?"

• He rode a giant robot
• He had crutches and then metal leg supports 
• He liked to read about guys who fight robots
• He is a transformer

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Who is the narrator of the story?

• Max
• Kevin
• Freak
• Gram

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Why is Freak really interested in the knights?

•  He believes the knights were the bravest men who ever lived.
• He believes the knights were like the first human version of robots.
• He wants to start a club, Freak’s Knights of the Round Table.
• He thinks everyone should be loyal like the knights.

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People say that Max is the “spitting image” of his father. Why is it bad for Max to look like his father?

• His father is scary-looking
• Everyone in town knows his father is in prison and why
• People always stare at him.
• His father’s picture is on a “wanted” poster.

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How do Freak and Max get out of the pond after escaping from Tony D. and his gang?

• Freak whistles loudly to get the attention of the police. They use ropes to pull Max out.
• Max pulls loose from the mud and walks back to shore
• The police call the fire department, and they use ladders to get Freak and Max out.
• Freak swims to shore, and Max walks to shore.

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What did Max reveal when his father was hurting Loretta?

• that he wanted to go home

• that he saw his father hurt his mother

• that he thought Iggy was involved in his kidanpping

• that he really wanted to go on a trip with his father

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Why did "Kicker" return?

• because Max had trouble dealing with Freak's death

• because Max decided to get involved in kick boxing

• because Max had to defend himself against Blade

• because Max was angry at his grandparents

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Theme is a general truth or overall message about people, society, or the human condition that the author is trying to convey through the characters and the plot of the story. It is usually not stated directly, but must be inferred. Which of the following is NOT a theme in Freak the Mighty?

• Recognizing the worth of all human beings is important

• Getting even is sometimes the most important motive of all

• People from all walks of life should be valued

• Making assumptions based on appearance can lead to treating others poorly

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What does Kevin tell Max they are building for him in the building behind the hospital?

• A special car to allow him to drive

• A new pair of crutches

• Nothing...it's just a building

• A bionic body

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