Questions and Answers
According to Mr. Lewis, what is a union?
Like a family, it's when a group of workers get together and try to make things better for themselves and their children.
Who does Bud think is following them?
The FBI; he decides that the name 'Lefty' is an alias.
Why does Mr. Lewis have the flyers?
He had to go to Flint to print the flyers; no one in Grand Rapids would print them because it was too dangerous.
What do the workers plan to do in order to get a union?
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What deal does Bud make with Mr. Lewis to keep him from coming into the Log Cabin?
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Why do you think Bud doesn't want the men to meet each other?
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How is Bud immediately certain that he has found his father?
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What does Bud mean when he says that the idea that began as a 'teeny-weeny seed in a suitcase' had become a mighty maple?
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Why doesn't Bud cry when he tells his 'father' that he is his son?
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Study Notes
Union Concept
- A union is likened to a family; it involves workers uniting to improve conditions for themselves and their children.
Suspicion of Being Followed
- Bud suspects that the FBI is trailing them, believing "Lefty" is an alias related to this concern.
Printing Flyers
- Mr. Lewis had to travel to Flint to print flyers, as it was too risky to do so in Grand Rapids due to safety concerns.
Workers' Strategy
- The workers plan to conduct a sit-down strike as their method of fighting for unionization.
Deal with Mr. Lewis
- Bud negotiates with Mr. Lewis, promising to explain the situation to his father in exchange for not entering the Log Cabin.
Avoiding Introductions
- Bud prefers the men not to meet each other because it would expose his lies and potentially lead to his discovery.
Recognition of His Father
- Bud instantly recognizes his father, Herman E. Calloway, due to his expressive way of speaking, which resembles Bud's own mannerisms.
Growth of an Idea
- Bud reflects that a small idea, initially just "a teeny-weeny seed in a suitcase," has flourished into a significant reality he has achieved.
Emotional Detachment
- Bud does not shed tears when declaring himself to his "father," stating that he has become emotionally hardened and does not react like typical children.
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Test your knowledge on the key themes and events of 'Bud, Not Buddy'. This quiz covers important elements such as union concepts, character relationships, and significant plot points. Perfect for anyone studying this classic novel!
