Bud, Not Buddy - Ch. 6 -9

What kind of a welcome did the boys get at Hooverville?

• They got a warm welcome from the people there.

• No one would talk to them.

Answer explanation

The boys received a warm welcome at Hooverville, indicating that the people there were friendly and receptive to them, which aligns with the correct answer choice.

How was Bud able to get breakfast at the mission?

• A man pretended that Bud was part of their family, and he was able to eat with them.

• The woman in charge of the mission felt bad and gave him some food.

• Mrs. Amos brought him breakfast in the shed.

• Bud didn't get any breakfast.

Answer explanation

Bud was able to get breakfast at the mission because a man pretended that Bud was part of their family, allowing him to eat with them. This choice highlights the kindness of strangers in difficult situations.

When Bud was with his pretend family at the mission, his name was...

• Buddy

• Roger

• Clyde

• Clarence

Answer explanation

When Bud was with his pretend family at the mission, he was called Clarence. This name is significant as it reflects his identity in that context, distinguishing him from his real name.

Bud's pretend mother gave him

• a new hat for the cold weather coming

• a big juicy steak

• brown sugar for his oatmeal

• a hug and a dollar

Answer explanation

Bud's pretend mother gave him brown sugar for his oatmeal, which is a common and comforting addition to enhance the flavor of oatmeal, making it the most fitting choice among the options provided.

Where is Miss Hill?

• she passed away

• she disappeared

• she moved away to become a lawyer

• in Chicago with her new husband

Answer explanation

Miss Hill is currently in Chicago with her new husband, which is the most specific and relevant information among the options provided.

Why did Bud decide to walk across the state of Michigan from Flint to Grand Rapids?

• He thought that if he would travel around the state he surely would find someone who was related to him.

• He wanted to find Miss Hill to see if she had any information that would help him.

• He knew he had to get out of Flint before the people from the home found him and sent him back there. He thought Grand Rapids was as good of a direction as any.

• He knew Herman E. Calloway was in Grand Rapids, and he wanted to find him.

Answer explanation

Bud decided to walk to Grand Rapids because he knew Herman E. Calloway was there and wanted to find him. This goal motivated his journey, making it the most relevant reason compared to the other options.

Why did Bud decide to walk across the state of Michigan from Flint to Grand Rapids?

• He thought that if he would travel around the state he surely would find someone who was related to him.

• He wanted to find Miss Hill to see if she had any information that would help him.

• He knew he had to get out of Flint before the people from the home found him and sent him back there. He thought Grand Rapids was as good of a direction as any.

• He knew Herman E. Calloway was in Grand Rapids, and he wanted to find him.

Answer explanation

Bud decided to walk to Grand Rapids because he knew Herman E. Calloway was there and wanted to find him. This goal motivated his journey, making it the most relevant reason compared to the other options.

The Great Depression, which is going on in Bud, Not Buddy, is...

• a time in American history when there was a great "boom" in the railroad and oil businesses

• a term used to talk about World War I

• when the Texans lost the battle at the Alamo

• A term used to talk about a crisis in the United States when many people lost their homes, businesses and didn't have food.

Answer explanation

The Great Depression refers to a severe economic crisis in the United States during which many people lost their homes, businesses, and faced food shortages, making the correct choice the one that describes this crisis.

What did the people who missed the train hear as they were walking back to camp?

• Laughter

• Crying

• Arguing

• Gunshots

Answer explanation

As the people walked back to camp, they heard gunshots, indicating a dangerous situation. This sound stands out among the other options, highlighting the urgency and tension of their circumstances.

When grownups say "Haven't you heard..." Bud feels

• excited

• nervous

• proud

• silly

Answer explanation

When grownups say "Haven't you heard...", it often implies something surprising or significant. This can make Bud feel nervous, as he may be anxious about what news or information is being shared.