Maniac
Who is telling the story of Maniac Magee?
We don't know
Why are addresses important to Maniac? What do they mean to him?
It shows he has a home; he's been on the run and has never had a "real home"
What is Maniac allergic to?
Pizza
Where were Piper and Russell running away to?
Mexico
What are two examples of things Grayson and Maniac have in common?
1. Both like sports, especially baseball
2. Lonely
3. Grew up alone
4. Ran away from home
Why did Jeffrey run away from his aunt and uncle?
They don't get along
How did Maniac Magee become an orphan?
HIs parents were killed in a train crash
What did Amanda have in her suitcase that Maniac loved?
Books
What was amazing about the McNabb house?
There was garbage everywhere
Why did Grayson miss his first Minor League game?
He was busy washing dishes
What was the prize for untying Cobble's knot?
one pizza a week for a year
Why didn't Maniac save Russell from the P&W trestle?
He thought of his parents dying
What does Amanda suggest Maniac do to make the East Enders leave him alone?
Untie Cobble's Knot
What did John McNabb throw to try to get Maniac to miss?
What is the last thing Maniac did to the band shelter?
painted over the 101
How has Mars Bar changed since the beginning of the book? What important lessons has he learned?
At the beginning, he is hard and tough and does not show emotions. At the end, he starts to show more emotion and accept Maniac.
What is Maniac's real name?
Jeffrey Magee
Who comes to save Maniac and bring him "home"?
Amanda and Mars Bar
Who are the Cobras?
McNab and his West End friends
How does Grayson's death affect Maniac? What did Maniac do after Grayson died?
He starts running around again. He painted over the 101 on the door and started to run away. He gives up on life.
Describe how Maniac changed from the beginning to the end. What do you think are the most important lessons he learned?
He can start to trust others and not completely rely on himself. He also accepts going to the Beale's house.
What is the significance of color in this book? What about the "color business" does Maniac not understand?
Though people have different skin color, they live similar lives. Maniac is "color blind" and doesn't see why skin color keeps people apart.
What is Mars Bar's new nickname?
Snickers
Why are the McNabbs building a pillbox in their backyard?
To prepare for the rise of East Enders
Why did Maniac and Grayson have the best Thanksgiving and Christmas together? How is it the best for both of them?
They have no family, so they enjoy being with each other. Maniac has never had a normal holiday season. Grayson has not spent the holidays with someone in a long time. They can both spend time with someone they care for.