Chp. 1-2
What is the name of the main character introduced in Chapter 1?
Max
What does Kevin use to help him walk?
Kevin uses leg braces and crutches to help him walk.
What nickname do people use for Max?
Max is often called “Kicker” because of his aggressive behavior in daycare.
What challenge do Max and Kevin face in Chapter 7?
They face bullies like Tony D. (Blade) and his gang, who chase them.
Describe the setting of the story in the first two chapters.
A suburban neighborhood in the summer; Max lives with his grandparents.
How does Max feel about school?
Max dislikes school and finds it frustrating, feeling out of place and misunderstood.
How does Max describe his relationship with his grandparents?
Max has a close but sometimes strained relationship with his grandparents, Grim and Gram, who worry about his future.
How does the author use humor to address serious topics in these chapters?
The author uses Kevin’s witty remarks and exaggerated imagination to add humor to serious moments, like disability and bullying.
What physical condition does Max have that affects his life?
Max has a learning disability and struggles with self-esteem and communication.
What is the significance of the "Quest" that Kevin and Max embark on?
The "Quest" symbolizes their imaginative adventures, helping them escape reality and bond.
What adventure do Max and Kevin go on in Chapter 6?
Max and Kevin sneak out at night to go on a “quest” to retrieve a woman’s purse from a storm drain.
What important realization does Max come to by the end of Chapter 8?
Max realizes he is capable of bravery and cleverness when working with Kevin.
Who is Kevin, and how does he first interact with Max?
Kevin, a brilliant but physically disabled boy, meets Max when he moves into the neighborhood. They reconnect in the summer after having met as young children.
How do Kevin and Max's friendship develop in these chapters?
Their friendship grows as Kevin helps Max feel smarter and more confident, while Max gives Kevin the physical freedom he lacks.
What does Kevin call his special device, and what is its purpose?
Kevin calls his device a “computerized brain” or “communicator,” a symbol of his imaginative view of his condition and world.
How does the story begin to hint at conflicts that may arise in future chapters?
Hints of future conflict appear through the threats from Blade and Max’s troubled past.
What does the term "Freak the Mighty" refer to in the context of the story?
“Freak the Mighty” is the name Max and Kevin give themselves when they combine their strengths—Kevin's brain and Max's body.
Describe an important event that happens at school in Chapter 4.
Kevin rides on Max’s shoulders at school, surprising everyone and creating a memorable moment.
How does the theme of friendship manifest in Chapters 5 and 6?
Friendship is shown through trust and teamwork, especially during their nighttime adventure.
Discuss how the characters of Max and Kevin complement each other in these chapters.
Max’s strength complements Kevin’s intelligence; together, they become something greater than themselves—“Freak the Mighty.”