Maniac Magee Quiz: Chapters 37-40

Why does Maniac Magee decide to leave the McNab house in chapters 37-40?

• He misses Amanda and wants to return to her house.

• He realizes he cannot change the McNabs’ racist attitudes and feels unsafe.

• He is offered a better place to stay by Mars Bar.

• He is forced out by the McNab brothers.

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Analyze how Maniac’s actions in these chapters demonstrate his values and beliefs. Which of the following best explains his motivation?

• He wants to be famous in the town.

• He believes in fairness and cannot tolerate injustice, so he tries to bridge the gap between the East and West Ends.

• He is trying to win a bet with the McNab brothers.

• He is looking for a new family to adopt him.

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What evidence from chapters 37-40 supports the idea that Maniac is deeply affected by the division in the town?

• He ignores the differences and plays with everyone.

• He tries to bring Mars Bar to the McNab house, hoping to break down barriers.

• He leaves town to avoid the problem.

• He joins the McNab family in their beliefs.

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If you were Maniac, what strategic plan could you create to help the McNab boys understand the importance of accepting others? Choose the best option.

• Ignore their behavior and hope it changes.

• Introduce them to people from the East End and encourage shared activities.

• Move away and never return.

• Argue with them every day.

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How does the author use the setting of the McNab house to reflect the family’s attitudes and beliefs in chapters 37-40?

• The house is clean and welcoming, showing their open-mindedness.

• The house is messy and fortified, symbolizing their fear and prejudice.

• The house is empty, showing they are never home.

• The house is decorated with East End memorabilia.

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Evaluate Maniac’s decision to bring Mars Bar to the McNab house. What reasoning might he have used?

• He wanted to show off his new friend.

• He hoped that by introducing Mars Bar, the McNabs would see that people from the East End are not so different.

• He wanted to make the McNabs angry.

• He was forced to do it by Amanda.

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Which of the following best describes the conflict Maniac faces in these chapters, and what is his approach to resolving it?

• He faces a physical challenge and tries to win a race.

• He faces a social conflict between the East and West Ends and tries to bridge the gap by bringing people together.

• He faces a financial problem and tries to earn money.

• He faces a health issue and seeks medical help.

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Based on Maniac’s experiences in chapters 37-40, what lesson does he learn about trying to change others?

• It is easy to change people’s minds.

• Change is difficult, and sometimes people are not ready to accept it.

• Everyone wants to be friends deep down.

• He should never try to help others.

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If you were in Maniac’s position, what evidence from the text would you use to decide whether to stay with the McNabs or leave?

• The McNabs’ willingness to listen to him.

• The McNabs’ continued hostility and dangerous behavior.

• The amount of food in the house.

• The size of the bedroom.

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How does Maniac’s relationship with Mars Bar change during these chapters, and what does this reveal about both characters?

• They become enemies, showing their differences.

• They begin to understand and respect each other, showing growth and open-mindedness.

• They ignore each other completely.

• They compete for Amanda’s attention.

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