Amanda Beale and Jeffrey's Encounter

In this chapter of 'Maniac McGee' by Jerry Spinelli, Maniac McGee meets Amanda Bill, a girl carrying a suitcase full of books. Initially suspicious, Amanda eventually warms up to Maniac after he shows interest in her books. They discuss their backgrounds, revealing the racial division in their town. Amanda explains her need to carry books to school due to her siblings and dog. Despite being late, Amanda lends Maniac a book, marking the start of their friendship.

What initially caught Maniac McGee's attention about Amanda Beale?

• Her loud voice

• Her suitcase full of books

• Her colorful backpack

• Her running speed

Why did Amanda Beale carry a suitcase full of books to school?

• She was running away

• She was selling them

• She wanted to show off her collection

• To protect them from her siblings and dog

What was Jeffrey's assumption about Amanda when he first saw her?

• She was a teacher

• She was lost

• She was going to a library

• She was running away

Where did Jeffrey claim he was from?

• East End

• West End

• Bridgeport

• New York

Why was Amanda skeptical about Jeffrey's background?

• He wore unusual clothes

• He was carrying a suitcase

• He was in the wrong part of town

• He had a strange accent

What did Amanda say about her siblings?

• They loved to read

• They were very quiet

• They drew on everything

• They were older than her

What was the name of Amanda's dog?

• Bowwow

• Fido

• Rover

• Spot

What book did Amanda eventually lend to Jeffrey?

• A science fiction book

• The story of the Children's Crusade

• A mystery novel

• A book about animals

Why was Amanda late to school for the first time?

• She missed the bus

• She overslept

• She was talking to Jeffrey

• She forgot her books

What did Amanda do when she realized she was late?

• She walked slowly

• She went back home

• She stopped to chat more

• She ran to school