'Bud, Not Buddy' Comprehension Questions

Mrs. J reads from 'Bud, Not Buddy' by Christopher Paul Curtis, focusing on chapter six. Bud wakes up and rushes to the mission for food, only to find the line closed. A man with a strap threatens him, but a pretend family helps him get in line. Inside, they eat together, and Bud is grateful for their kindness. The story highlights themes of hunger, kindness, and the struggles of the Great Depression.

Who is the author of 'Bud, Not Buddy'?

• Jane Austen

• Mark Twain

• J.K. Rowling

• Christopher Paul Curtis

What does the protagonist see when he wakes up?

• A Christmas tree

• A sunny sky

• A dark room

• A rainy day

How does the protagonist feel when he sees the long line?

• Indifferent

• Frustrated

• Relieved

• Excited

What does the man with the strap threaten to do?

• Use the strap

• Ignore him

• Call the police

• Give food

Who helps the protagonist get in line?

• A kind woman

• A tall man

• A police officer

• A friend

What name does the pretend family give the protagonist?

• Clarence

• Buddy

• Tom

• Jack

What does the sign above the building depict?

• A farm

• A cityscape

• A group of friends

• A wealthy family

What is the first thing the protagonist notices inside the mission?

• The noise

• The size

• The smell

• The people

What does the pretend mother share with the protagonist?

• Apples

• Brown sugar

• Milk

• Bread

How does the protagonist feel about the pretend family at the end?

• Grateful

• Sad

• Angry

• Indifferent