Freak the Mighty Chapters 16-20 Study Guide
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After Kenny and Max arrived at their destination, where did they go next to hide out?

An old lady's apartment

What is the definition of injustice?

An unjust or unfair act

What does accommodations refer to?

Room and board; lodging

What does bloated mean?

<p>Swollen; puffed up</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the police find out where Kenny and Max were hiding?

<p>Kevin told them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was Max ultimately rescued from the burned-out building?

<p>Kevin shot Kenny in the eyes with...</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the first thing that Kenny said to Max after he put his hand over his mouth?

<p>&quot;I came back,&quot; he says. &quot;Like I promised.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who went down into the cellar and tried to save Max?

<p>Loretta Lee</p> Signup and view all the answers

When Killer Kane came to take Max away, where did he find him?

<p>In the Down Under</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Kenny tie Max up?

<p>He didn't really know or trust Max and thought he might try to get away.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is inference?

<p>A logical guess based on your own knowledge and what is written in the text.</p> Signup and view all the answers

After the old lady's apartment, where did Max's dad take him to hide out?

<p>The cellar of a burned out building</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Iggy acquire the old lady's apartment?

<p>He broke in.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was really in Kevin's squirt gun?

<p>Vinegar, soap &amp; curry powder</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did Kenny first take Max after he kidnapped him?

<p>To Iggy &amp; Loretta's apartment in the &quot;New Testaments&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does godforsaken mean?

<p>Desolate; wretched; pitiable</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does furrowed describe?

<p>Deeply wrinkled, as on the forehead</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does functional mean?

<p>Operative; in working order</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does kin refer to?

<p>Relatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does trussed mean?

<p>Tied; bound; fastened</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does dysfunctional mean?

<p>Not functioning normally</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does illiterate mean?

<p>Unable to read or write</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a precaution?

<p>Action taken ahead of time to secure good results; safeguard</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kenny mean when he says that Max is "chip off the old block"?

<p>Look at Chapter 16</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Max keeps referring to what is happening to him as a make-believe or part of a dream?

<p>He just woke up and was confused, but he always knew his Dad would come for him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is strange about the way Iggy is behaving with Kenny Kane in the house?

<p>He was very nervous because he is afraid of Kenny Kane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Iggy acting differently from the first time he met the boys when Kenny is around?

<p>Iggy is afraid of Kenny and he didn't know Max was Kenny's kid when he was giving the boys trouble.</p> Signup and view all the answers

From the description given, what type of people are Iggy, Loretta, and Kenny?

<p>You decide based on evidence from the chapters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you think Iggy was able to acquire the old lady's apartment for Kane and Max?

<p>He broke in to the apartment while she was away visiting her sister.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Kenny Kane tells Max his grandparents said he was "nothing but a dysfunctional retard"?

<p>To turn Max against his grandparents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Grim and Gram never gave Max the presents and letters his dad sent to him when he was in prison?

<p>You decide based on evidence from the chapters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What evidence has been seen in the story that indicates Kenny Kane is a "man of God"?

<p>He puts his hand on the Bible and &quot;swears&quot; he did not murder Max's mother and God should strike him dead if he had.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do you think the police find out where Kenny Kane has taken Max?

<p>Kevin called the police and told them everything.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Iggy tells Kenny that Max and "the midget kid" stole Loretta's purse. Who do you think Kenny believes in?

<p>You decide based on evidence from the chapters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do you think about Kenny Kane telling Max to go first down the stairs?

<p>Kenny Kane is not a good dad because he puts Max in danger because the stairs aren't safe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kenny mean when he tells Max that he "cannot be trusted quite yet"?

<p>Kenny doesn't believe that Max won't try to get away from him and try to call the police.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Max tell Kenny Kane that makes him stop what he is doing to Loretta?

<p>He said he watched him kill his mom when he was a little boy and he remembers seeing everything.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens as Loretta Lee leans over to reach for the flashlight?

<p>Killer Kane puts his hands around her neck and tries to squeeze the life out of her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do you believe Killer Kane blames Max for costing him years in prison?

<p>Max broke the window and started yelling for someone to help save his mom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Max feeling when he says, "I am so weak and small and he's so strong and gigantic, you can't stop him."?

<p>He was reliving the night his mother was killed when he felt powerless to help save her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is Max ultimately out of the burned-out building?

<p>Freak squirts Kenny with what he tells him is &quot;sulfuric acid.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kevin really squirt in Killer Kane's eyes?

<p>It was actually vinegar with curry powder and soap.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Morquio Syndrome?

<p>A rare and progressive inherited disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Symptoms of Morquio syndrome include _____ (10)

<ol> <li>Short stature &amp; torso 2. Cloudy corneas/eyes 3. Knock-knees 4. Large head 5. Flared &amp; abnormal ribcage 6. Severe scoliosis 7. Breathing problems 8. Heart problems 9. Hypermobile joints 10. Hearing problems</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

One thing Max yells at his dad is...

<p>&quot;You locked me in that room and I broke the window and started yelling for someone to come and help Mommy.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Kenny compares the neighborhood that Max lives in to...

<p>Hamsters in cages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kenny say about kids in school?

<p>Mean like animals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of foreshadowing when Max thinks to himself?

<p>&quot;Trying not to think about things I didn't want to remember.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many years had Kenny served in prison?

<p>Look in your book</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kenny say about cops?

<p>&quot;There is nothing dumber than a dumb cop.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Kenny want from Iggy?

<p>Iggy to get him a gun, a car and to get out of town quickly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kenny tell Max?

<p>&quot;I guess you are a retard after all.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

In Chapter 20, who said, "I have to clean this up and get out of here."?

<p>Look in Chapter 20!</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Events and Characters

  • Max and Kevin hide out in an old lady's apartment after Kenny kidnaps Max.
  • Kenny's distrust leads him to tie up Max, fearing he might attempt to escape.
  • Max is found by Killer Kane, who discovers him in the Down Under.
  • Loretta Lee attempts to save Max from the cellar.

Important Concepts and Definitions

  • Injustice: Refers to unfair acts, highlighting societal issues faced by characters.
  • Accommodations: Pertains to lodging, significant in the context of Max’s living situations.
  • Bloated: Describes a swollen condition, often relating to emotional or physical states in characters.
  • Inference: A logical guess drawn from context, important for reading comprehension and deeper understanding.

Character Dynamics

  • Iggy shows nervousness around Kenny Kane, revealing his fear and the dangerous influence Kenny holds.
  • Max’s recollection of past trauma reveals his feelings of powerlessness during his mother’s death.
  • Kenny's manipulation is aimed at turning Max against his grandparents, indicating a toxic familial relationship.

Plot Developments

  • Kevin uses a squirt gun filled with vinegar, soap, and curry powder to aid in Max's escape from Kenny.
  • Max's father's derogatory comments about him being a "dysfunctional retard" serve to undermine Max's self-esteem.
  • The use of foreshadowing is present, as Max tries to avoid thoughts of traumatic memories.

Themes and Symbolism

  • Dysfunctionality within families is exemplified by Max’s relationship with Kenny and the impact on his mental state.
  • The metaphor of children being compared to hamsters in cages speaks to the idea of entrapment and loss of freedom.
  • Max’s feelings of weakness compared to Kenny illustrate themes of strength and vulnerability.

Additional Information

  • Morquio Syndrome is introduced as a rare genetic condition affecting Kevin, defining his character's challenges.
  • Symptoms of Morquio Syndrome highlight the physical struggles Kevin faces and contribute to the narrative's depth.
  • The emotional struggle is echoed in Max’s reflections on his past and his current circumstances.

Noteworthy Quotes

  • Max expresses feelings of helplessness, illustrating his internal battle and history of trauma.
  • Iggy's actions regarding the old lady’s apartment reveal a criminal element in his character while representing the desperate measures taken by some characters.

Connections and Inferences

  • The complexities of Iggy's character, his fear of Kenny, and the way he interacts with Max and Loretta create a dynamic of manipulation and control.
  • Characters' actions reflect broader societal issues such as crime, violence, and the quest for power.
  • The narrative invites interpretations about loyalty, betrayal, and the influence of familial ties.

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