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As we read maniac magee, you are required to answer questions over the chapters. He came into this world named jeffrey lionel magee, but when his parents died and his life changed, so did his name. With whom does jeffery end up living at the end of the book. She gives him the book because he promises to bring it back and because she is going to be late for school. Bookcap study guides do not contain text from the actual book, and are not meant to be purchased as alternatives to reading the book. Spinelli has written the novel in third person he said, as opposed to i said, which is called first person, using an objective viewpoint in which the thoughts and feelings of the characters are not. This is a mid point comprehension test for this level w book.
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Maniac magee is a book that stuck with me long after i read it in fifth grade for the first time. Chapters 15 please read the following questions and circle the correct answer. Maniac magee by jerry spinelli maniac magee chapter summaries and objective tests is a 33page, two component resource for teaching jerry spinellis 1991 newbery winner. This humorous yet poignant story tells of a superathletic teenager who bridges his small towns racial gap. Maniac tries to find a home, soothes tensions between rival factions on the tough side of town, and becomes a true hero. There is also a reproducible worksheet that can be used with all of the words. Then click next question to answer the next question. Jerry spinelli is the author of many immensely popular books for young readers, including eggs, stargirl, space station seventh grade, newbery honor book wringer, newbery award winner maniac magee, and the picture books mama seetons whistle and i can be anything.
Jeffrey lionel maniac magee is an orphan searching for a loving home when he finds himself in a small, segregated town in pennsylvania. Jerry spinelli, the author of this newbery medal winner, is also the author of other childrens classics like wringer, stargirl, and milkweed. Learn maniac magee with free interactive flashcards. Maniac magee jerry spinelli winner of the newbery medal before the story they say maniac magee was born in a dump they say his stomach was a cereal box and his heart a sofa spring. Terms in this set 10 after grayson gives maniac the soup and the zep, what else does the boy want to eat. Youll be asked to define key terms and to recall relevant details from the story.
Explain that the book they will read is titled maniac magee. These pages are a useful for becoming familiar with the title when time is limited, for quickly locating. Jeffrey gets the nickname maniac after performing athletic feats of mythic proportions and appearing fearless in the face of bullies and other terrifying situations. Maniac magee questions and answers discover the community of teachers, mentors and students just like you that can answer any question you might have on maniac magee. This quizworksheet consists of questions on vocabulary and literary devices present in maniac magee. Maniac magee chapter summaries and objective tests by. They say if you knew he was coming and you sprinkled salt on. He lives in pennsylvania with his wife and fellow author, eileen. Maniac magee vocabulary included are vocabulary words from the book maniac magee, by jerry spinelli, for all chapters with pages and chapters listed where theyre found. Maniac magee book summary maniac magee is about jeffrey lionel magees search for home and the racial prejudice in the town of two mills. Maniac magee is a heartwarming book first published 25 years ago. Grayson finally reads his first full book, the little engine that could. He arrived in the town of two mills, 200 miles from his aunt and uncles place. This onepage guide includes a plot summary and brief analysis of maniac magee by jerry spinelli.
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Have students predict what the character with this name might be like. In maniac magee, jerry spinelli writes a young adult novel in which the main character. Make sure you use the book to help you answer the questions. He was sent to live with an aunt and uncle who didnt talk to each other or share anything. Think back on some of your favorite characters from past. It stuck with me more than in just a lifelong love of butterscotch krumpets, but also in the sweetness of the main character and the good that he finds in well, everyone. Maniac magee study guide contains a biography of jerry spinelli, literature essays, quiz questions, major themes, characters, and a full summary and. Why is maniac upset with himself for crossing the finish line backwards when racing. Hes so cool that he has his very own jumprope rhyme.
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