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Chapter 13 starts out on what skeptical day?
Chapter 13 starts out on what skeptical day?
Friday 13th
What happens to Maxwell Kane during homeroom in Chapter 13?
What happens to Maxwell Kane during homeroom in Chapter 13?
He is called to the Principal's office.
What is Max scared the reason is for him being called to the Principal's office?
What is Max scared the reason is for him being called to the Principal's office?
They will put him back in the Learning Disabled Class
What is the real reason Maxwell is called to the Principal's office?
What is the real reason Maxwell is called to the Principal's office?
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Why does Maxwell think the nurse is crying?
Why does Maxwell think the nurse is crying?
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What food is being served in the cafeteria on Friday the 13th that Freak loves?
What food is being served in the cafeteria on Friday the 13th that Freak loves?
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What is happening to Freak after Maxwell gets him another helping?
What is happening to Freak after Maxwell gets him another helping?
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In Chapter 14, why does Gram let Maxwell stay out of school for the day?
In Chapter 14, why does Gram let Maxwell stay out of school for the day?
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What is Freak not allowed to do until Gwen permits?
What is Freak not allowed to do until Gwen permits?
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What does Freak say his problem is?
What does Freak say his problem is?
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Why was Gram yelling at Grim?
Why was Gram yelling at Grim?
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What does Grim forbid Max from doing?
What does Grim forbid Max from doing?
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What did Grim do that caused Gram to call him a liar?
What did Grim do that caused Gram to call him a liar?
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What does Max give Freak for Christmas?
What does Max give Freak for Christmas?
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What does Freak give Max for Christmas?
What does Freak give Max for Christmas?
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What happens in Max's bedroom at night when everybody is asleep?
What happens in Max's bedroom at night when everybody is asleep?
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Who is the man that comes into Maxwell's room and kidnaps him?
Who is the man that comes into Maxwell's room and kidnaps him?
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What does Killer Kane tell Max about not killing anybody?
What does Killer Kane tell Max about not killing anybody?
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Where is the first place that Killer Kane takes Max?
Where is the first place that Killer Kane takes Max?
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What does Iggy make for dinner that is so greasy?
What does Iggy make for dinner that is so greasy?
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Where does Iggy take Max and Killer Kane on Christmas Eve?
Where does Iggy take Max and Killer Kane on Christmas Eve?
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What does Kane tell Max about Grim and Gram?
What does Kane tell Max about Grim and Gram?
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What does Killer Kane swear on a Bible?
What does Killer Kane swear on a Bible?
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What does Loretta bring Max and his dad to eat?
What does Loretta bring Max and his dad to eat?
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Study Notes
Chapter 13 Highlights
- The chapter begins on an ominous note: Friday the 13th.
- Maxwell Kane is summoned to the Principal's office, causing anxiety about being re-assigned to the Learning Disabled Class.
- The actual reason for his visit is related to his father's parole hearing.
Max's Concerns and Events
- Maxwell initially misinterprets the school's nurse's tears, believing he accidentally hurt her.
- Cafeteria serves American chop suey, a dish Freak enjoys, prompting Max to get him a second helping.
- Upon returning with food, Max discovers Freak is having a severe allergic reaction, making him red and unable to breathe.
Chapter 14 Developments
- Gram allows Max a day off school to support Freak, who is being discharged from the hospital.
- Freak is restricted from going outside until given permission by Gwen.
- Freak expresses feeling like he is growing internally rather than physically.
Family Dynamics and Tensions
- Tension arises as Gram confronts Grim about his desire to buy a gun for protection from Killer Kane.
- Grim forbids Max from going outside for safety.
- Gram accuses Grim of lying due to his fabricated stories.
Gifts and Relationships
- Max gifts Freak a gadget containing screwdrivers and various tools for Christmas.
- Freak reciprocates with his dictionary, highlighting their friendship.
Kidnapping Incident
- A shocking turn occurs at night when Killer Kane breaks into Max's room, placing his hand over Max's face to silence him.
- Kane asserts to Max that he has never killed anyone, an unsettling claim that raises further tension.
- The first location of their escape is Iggy and Loretta’s home, where food is notably greasy.
Christmas Eve Events
- Iggy takes Max and Killer Kane to visit an old lady's house, emphasizing the chaos of their circumstances.
- Kane insists to Max that Grim and Gram refer to him as a "retard," but he denies such claims about his son.
- Loretta contributes to their meal with leftover pizza, indicating a sense of normalcy amidst the chaos.
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