Comprehension Check (chapters 13 and 14)

5. What does Bud mean when he says, 'my eyes don't cry no more'?

• A. He literally cannot cry

• B. He has cried so much already that his eyes are tired of crying

• C. He is constantly crying

• D. A and C

How do Herman E. Calloway and Jimmy feel when they hear Bud's announcement?

• A. Surprised

• B. Excited

• C. Neutral

How do you think Bud feels when Jimmy invites him to the Sweet Pea?

• A. Welcomed

• B. Happy

• C. Excited

• D. All of the above

Who are the people to whom Bud is introduced?

• a. The band members

• b. His uncles

• c. The council members

What does Steady Eddie mean when he tells Bud to be careful with his case because it's his 'bread and butter'?

• The case holds the instrument that he plays to make a living

• The case does not matter to him

• The case is literally made of bread and butter

Describe the Sweet Pea.

• A. It is a hotel where Bud stays with the band.

• B. It is a restaurant Bud goes to with the band.

• C. It is a concert venue where Bud goes with the band.

• D. A and C

Who is Miss Thomas?

• A. the band's vocalist

• B. the band's fan

• C. Bud's aunt

• D. All of these

How does Miss Thomas treat Bud?

• A. Kindly

• B. Rudely

• C. Unfairly

How does Bud feel about the band members?

• A. Bud laughs at their jokes

• B. Bud feels comfort in their presence

• C. Bud wishes he were back at the Home

• D. A and B

Why do you think Bud begins to cry at the end of chapter 14 and cannot stop? Provide evidence from the text to support your answer.