Exploring Bud, Not Buddy Themes

Which character in "Bud, Not Buddy" is known for carrying a suitcase everywhere he goes?

• Herman E. Calloway

• Bud Caldwell

• Lefty Lewis

• Deza Malone

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is the primary setting of the story in the first 14 chapters of "Bud, Not Buddy"?

• New York City

• Chicago

• Flint, Michigan

• Los Angeles

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What theme is explored through Bud's journey to find his father?

• The importance of wealth

• The search for identity and family

• The power of technology

• The dangers of war

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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CCSS.RL.7.2

How does Bud's suitcase symbolize his character throughout the story?

• It represents his wealth and status.

• It symbolizes his dreams and memories.

• It shows his love for travel.

• It indicates his fear of the dark.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What conflict does Bud face when he decides to leave the orphanage?

• Man vs. Nature

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. Technology

• Man vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which character helps Bud by giving him a ride to Grand Rapids?

• Herman E. Calloway

• Lefty Lewis

• Deza Malone

• Miss Thomas

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the significance of the flyers Bud carries with him?

• They are advertisements for a circus.

• They are clues to finding his father.

• They are wanted posters for criminals.

• They are maps to hidden treasure.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Bud's experience at the library help him in his journey?

• He learns how to read better.

• He finds a map to Grand Rapids.

• He discovers information about his mother.

• He meets a friend who travels with him.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

What is the main reason Bud decides to leave the Amos household?

• He wants to find his father.

• He is afraid of the dark.

• He dislikes their food.

• He wants to go to school.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Which character is known for being a jazz musician in the story?

• Bud Caldwell

• Lefty Lewis

• Herman E. Calloway

• Miss Thomas

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6