True or False
Bud Caldwell is twelve years old at the start of the novel.
❌ False – He is ten years old.
What is Bud’s full name?
→ Bud Caldwell
Which of these is a Fact?
A. “Ice cream is the best dessert.”
B. “Water boils at 100°C.”
→ ✅ Answer: B
What is a common topic in limericks?
→ Silly or humorous situations
Who are the two main characters in the story?
→ Lottie and Bess
Bud believes that Herman E. Calloway is his father.
✅ True
Where does Bud live at the start of the book?
→ In an orphanage
What does the S in DAFOREST stand for?
→ Statistics
Are limericks usually serious or funny?
→ Funny
What causes Lottie to change her thinking?
→ Seeing how happy Bess is despite being poor
Lottie spends her life saving money and being very careful with it.
✅ True
Who is Herman E. Calloway?
→ Bud thinks he is his father (but he’s actually his grandfather)
What’s the difference between Facts and Opinions?
→ Facts are true and proven. Opinions are what someone thinks or feels.
How many lines are in a limerick?
→ Five
Why does Bess come to live with Lottie?
→ She has nowhere else to go
Lottie and Bess fight and never speak to each other again.
❌ False
How does Bud’s suitcase symbolize his identity and hopes?
The suitcase holds all the important things Bud has left from his mother, including flyers, a picture, and personal items.
What is an example of Alliteration?
A. “You should act now.”
B. “Brilliant, brave, and bold!”
C. “9 out of 10 people agree.”
✅ Answer: B
Which lines in a limerick are usually longer?
→ Lines 1, 2, and 5
What is the main lesson (theme) of the story?
→ Money isn't everything — enjoying life and family matters more.
The story shows that both wealth and poverty can lead to regret if not balanced with joy and love.
✅ True
What are the main themes in Bud, Not Buddy?
Bud’s journey is a quest to find his father—but more deeply, it’s about finding out who he is and where he belongs.
Throughout the novel, Bud holds onto clues from his past and learns more about his mother, grandfather, and his place in the world.
What does the D in DAFOREST stand for?
→ Direct Address
What is the rhyme scheme of a limerick?
→ AABBA
Which sister stays home and saves money all her life?
→ Lottie