Max
What nickname was Max called in daycare?
Kicker
What condition does Freak suffer from?
Morquio syndrome
Why does Gwen get scared when she sees Max?
Max looks like his father
What is the primary reason Kevin (Freak) and Max become friends?
They both feel like outcasts and different from others.
What made Gwen feel regretful of her actions?
When she saw Freak with Max and acted scared, grabbed Freak, and ran away becasue Max looks like his father.
What does Max call his basement room?
The Down Under
What name does Freak often call Max?
Maxwell
Why did Max cry after his dinner at Kevin's?
He was happy and finally felt accepted.
What is Max's greatest fear?
Being like his father
How does running into the Mill pond keep Tony D. from getting them?
Tony D. cannot reach them when they are in the water because he gets stuck in the mud and has to be rescued by his friends.
How do Grim and Gram view Max at the beginning of the story? How does he view himself?
Grim and Gram view Max as though he is dangerous because he reminds them of his father. Max views himself as if he is dumb and different from others.
What does Freak call Tony D. on the Fourth of July?
Cretin
What does Max think of Freak's reaction to Blade and his gang's attacks?
Max finds Freak's reaction to the attack both surprising and comical.
How does Freak help Max grow intelectually?
Freak encourages Max to use the dictionary and explains complex concepts to him.
What made July 4th special or different for Max that summer?
He was going with Freak and not Grim and Gram
How does Max respond to Grim and Gram in chapter 8 when he returns from the fireworks? Why is it different than the way he would have usually responded to them?
He responds politely because he appreciates the way Grim and Gram are treating him. He would usually have responded in a sarcastic manner.
What does King Arthur symbolize for Kevin in the text?
King Arthur symbolizes how Kevin sees himself and how he wants others to see him. Even though he has physical disabilities, he believes he is capable of great things. Arthur was a wimpy kid and did things no one expected. He wants to be the same.
Why does Kevin tell the officers they are called Freak the Mighty? What does the name symbolize?
Kevin perceives the two of them as a nine-foot-tall hero. Together, they are able to conquer their physical limitations.
How do Freak's physical limitations contrast with his mental growth?
Even though his physical disability limits what he can do, his mind is constantly expanding and he is very smart.
What name does the cop use for Max's dad after rescuing him from Tony D?
Killer Kane
How does Max's home life affect his friendship with Kevin?
Max's home life, filled with trauma from his father's abuse, initially makes him hesitant to trust others. However, his friendship with Kevin provides a safe space. Evidence: Max often reflects on how Kevin's friendship offers him a sense of belonging and safety.
How does Kevin's perspective on life change through his friendship with Max?
Kevin's perspective changes through his friendship with Max as he finds someone who sees beyond his physical limitations. Evidence: Kevin grows more confident and expressive, particularly in their shared adventures.
What do we learn in these chapters about why Freak is so interested in robots?
Freak states he will become the first bionically improved human. Max thinks it's just another made-up story, but Freak convinces him he is telling the truth.
In what ways do Max and Freak support each other?
Freak offers intellectual strength and Max provides physical strength.
How tall did Freak say he and Max were together?
9 feet