Questions and Answers
Why did Herman Calloway become so upset upon hearing the name Angela Janet Caldwell?
That is his daughter.
Who legally owns Calloway's Log Cabin club?
Dirty Deed.
Why did Bud pull his rocks from his own saxophone case?
He pulled them out to show Mr. C.
What did Bud discover in the glove compartment of Mr. Calloway's Packard?
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What item did Mr. Calloway ask Bud to pick up for him while preparing to leave the venue?
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What instrument did Mr. Herman Calloway play?
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What was the name of Bud's mother?
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How did Mr. Calloway think Bud had gotten the rocks?
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What metaphor did Bud use to describe Miss Thomas's singing voice?
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What were the two unfair facts concerning African American musicians that Bud learned on the band's ride to Mecosta?
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What made each of the rocks unusual?
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Explain the 'deal' Mr. Calloway offered his white clients after showing up to play?
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Study Notes
Herman Calloway's Emotions
- Herman Calloway became agitated upon hearing the name Angela Janet Caldwell, recognizing her as his daughter.
Ownership of Calloway's Log Cabin Club
- The legal owner of Calloway's Log Cabin club is named Dirty Deed.
Bud and His Rocks
- Bud extracted rocks from his saxophone case to present them to Mr. Calloway.
- In Mr. Calloway's Packard, Bud discovered additional rocks hidden in the glove compartment.
Mr. Calloway's Requests
- While leaving the venue, Mr. Calloway instructed Bud to retrieve a rock for him.
Musical Talents of Mr. Calloway
- Mr. Herman Calloway is an accomplished musician, playing both the giant fiddle and the cello.
Bud's Mother
- Bud's mother, who holds significant importance in his life, is named Angela Janet Caldwell.
Misunderstandings
- Mr. Calloway mistakenly assumed that Bud had acquired the rocks through theft.
Describing Miss Thomas's Singing
- Bud poetically likened Miss Thomas's singing voice to "the sun bursting through gray clouds," emphasizing its beauty.
Inequities Faced by African American Musicians
- During a ride to Mecosta, Bud learned two injustices faced by African American musicians: their inability to own property and the refusal of white individuals to hire Mr. Calloway.
Uniqueness of the Rocks
- Each rock Bud handled was distinct, marked by a specific city and date, highlighting their significance.
Mr. Calloway's Business Approach
- Mr. Calloway offered a unique deal to his white clients: if they were unsatisfied with the performance, they were not obligated to pay.
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Explore the key characters and events from 'Bud, Not Buddy'. This quiz delves into the relationships and emotions of Herman Calloway, notably his connection to Bud and the significance of their interactions. Test your knowledge of the essential elements from this beloved novel.
