Character Insights from Freak the Mighty

The transcript narrates the story of a boy who never felt he had a brain until he met Freak, a boy with physical disabilities but a brilliant mind. The narrator recalls his early years in daycare, where he was known as 'Kicker' due to his aggressive behavior. He describes his fascination with Freak's crutches and braces, which made him appear robotic. Over time, the narrator and Freak form a strong friendship, becoming 'Freak the Mighty.' The story also touches on the narrator's family concerns about his resemblance to his father, hinting at a troubled past. The narrative concludes with the narrator's growth and the impact Freak had on his life.

What did the narrator claim he lacked before meeting Freak?

• A family

• A friend

• A brain

• A sense of humor

What nickname was the narrator given during daycare?

• Max Factor

• Kicker

• Mad Max

• Robot Boy

What was the narrator's reaction to being hugged in daycare?

• He loved it

• He kicked people

• He ignored it

• He cried

What did the narrator think of his own nickname in daycare?

• He loved it

• He hated it

• He was proud of it

• He was indifferent

What did Freak use to hit a kid in daycare?

• His crutch

• His fist

• A book

• A toy

What did the narrator find cool about Freak?

• His glasses

• His crutches and braces

• His backpack

• His clothes

What was Freak's favorite subject?

• Dinosaurs

• Cars

• Space

• Robots

What did the narrator think of Freak's braces?

• They were ugly

• They were boring

• They were cool

• They were scary

What did Freak pretend to be with his braces?

• A superhero

• A robot

• A monster

• A wizard

What did the narrator think of Freak's robot noises?

• They were funny

• They were scary

• They were annoying

• They were cool