Amanda and Maniac: Character Dynamics

Amanda tries to persuade Maniac to stay despite his resolve to leave. She expresses her frustration and anger, but Maniac remains determined. After he leaves, Amanda searches for him, worried about his well-being. Eventually, Maniac returns, and Amanda comes up with an idea to make it okay for him to stay.

Why does Amanda try to reason with Maniac?

• She wants him to listen to the old man's advice.

• She believes the old man is wise.

• She thinks the old man is goofy and not to be trusted.

• She wants Maniac to leave immediately.

What does Maniac point out about the old man's actions?

• They were meant to harm.

• They were very serious.

• They were just a joke.

• They were a misunderstanding.

What is Amanda concerned about if Maniac leaves?

• He will become rich.

• He will forget about her.

• He will starve and freeze.

• He will find a new family.

How does Maniac respond to Amanda's concerns?

• He agrees with her worries.

• He promises to stay.

• He ignores her completely.

• He suggests he can survive on his own.

What frustrates Amanda about Maniac's attitude?

• His constant crying.

• His indifference and nonchalance.

• His cheerful demeanor.

• His eagerness to leave.

What does Amanda warn Maniac about if he leaves?

• She will follow him.

• He should not return.

• She will miss him.

• He can always come back.

What does Amanda regret after Maniac leaves?

• Her harsh words.

• Not giving him a gift.

• Not calling the police.

• Not going with him.

What does Amanda do when Maniac doesn't return?

• She writes him a letter.

• She calls her friends.

• She searches for him.

• She goes to sleep.

What happens when Maniac returns late at night?

• They have a brief exchange.

• They ignore each other.

• They argue loudly.

• They have a long conversation.

What idea does Amanda get after seeing Maniac solve a problem?

• To make it okay for him to stay.

• To find him a new home.

• To give him a gift.

• To help him leave.