VOCABULARY
The entire community felt heartbroken after the terrible __________ shook their town.
Grandma’s old laundry machine used a __________ to press water out of the clothes.
Where and when does the story take place?
The story takes place in Michigan during the Great Depression (1930s). We know this because people are poor, there are no jobs, and many families struggle to find food and shelter.
What is Bud always carrying with him?
A. A backpack
B. A suitcase with important items
C. A box of food
D. A musical instrument
B. A suitcase with important items
What does Bud’s escape show about his character?
A. He is weak
B. He gives up easily
C. He is brave and determined
D. He is careless
C. He is brave and determined
With no home and no food, Bud decided to go to a __________ where people could help him.
mission
Their __________ celebration included family, music, and a beautiful ceremony.
matrimonial
How did the Great Depression affect Bud’s life and the people around him? Give one example from the story.
The Great Depression caused poverty, homelessness, and lack of jobs, which made life very difficult. For example, Bud sees families living in Hooverville, where people build shelters and struggle to find enough food.
During what historical time does the story take place?
A. World War I
B. The Great Depression
C. The Civil War
D. The Industrial Revolution
B. The Great Depression
Why does Bud go to the mission?
B. To get food and help
It was very __________ of her to share her lunch with a classmate who forgot theirs.
considerate
The teacher noticed something different about his __________ as he slowly walked into class.
gait
What was the Great Depression, and how did it impact families like Bud’s
The Great Depression was a time of economic crisis when many people lost their jobs and money. Families like Bud’s struggled to survive and often could not take care of their children.
What is Hooverville?
A. A school
B. A rich neighborhood
C. A camp for homeless people
D. A factory
C. A camp for homeless people
What kind of food does Bud receive at the mission?
A. Expensive meals
B. Fancy desserts
C. Simple, basic food
D. No food at all
C. Simple, basic food
Until he found a permanent home, the boy lived with a __________ family who cared for him.
foster
The volunteers worked at the __________ every weekend to serve meals to people in need.
mission
Why do people in the story have difficulty finding jobs? How does this affect their daily lives?
Jobs were scarce because businesses were failing. This meant people had no income, making it hard to buy food or pay for housing.
Who is Miss Hill in the story?
A. A school
B. A rich neighborhood
C. A camp for homeless people
D. A factory
Why is the food at the mission important?
A. It is very delicious
B. It shows wealth
C. It helps people survive
D. It is for special guests
C. It helps people survive
He stood there, __________ with shock, after hearing the unexpected news.
stricken
considerate
How do people behave while waiting for food at the mission?
Calm and following instructions
Why did Bud decide to leave the Amos family?
A. He wanted to travel for fun
B. He was treated badly by Todd Amos
C. He missed his old school
D. He found a new job
B. He was treated badly by Todd Amos
What do the signs at the mission tell people to do?
A. Leave immediately
B. Follow rules and behave properly
C. Bring money
D. Find a job
B. Follow rules and behave properly