Freak the Mighty Chapters 17-20 Flashcards

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Where does Iggy take Max and Killer Kane on Christmas Eve?

To an apartment that belongs to an old woman who has gone to visit her sister for the holidays.

Why does Kenny Kane tie up Max?

He doesn't want Max to try to run away.

What does Killer Kane want Max to know?

That he never killed anybody and he sent Max presents and letters from prison.

What does Max notice as he looks at his father's face as he describes the injustices he experienced?

That he is crying. Signup and view all the answers

What does Killer Kane swear on the Bible?

That he did not kill Max's mother. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Killer Kane refer to himself as 'the light'?

Because he thinks he is a changed man. Signup and view all the answers

What do you think Iggy is trying to tell Max 'with his eyes'?

Maybe trying to show him an escape route or that he might try and help him. Signup and view all the answers

How could you tell that 'The Reverend Kenneth David Kane' was not a religious man?

Because his actions show more of what kind of person he is than just telling Max what kind of man he is. Signup and view all the answers

Who first comes to help Max escape from his father?

Loretta Lee. Signup and view all the answers

What is the escape plan Loretta describes to Max?

Iggy will keep Killer Kane busy while she gets Max loose. Signup and view all the answers

What happens while Loretta is untying Max?

Max's father catches her and chokes her. Signup and view all the answers

What does the sight of Loretta being hurt do to Max?

Makes Max remember when his father killed his mother. Signup and view all the answers

What does May say that gets Killer Kane to let go of Loretta?

"I remember you were wearing a black shirt with no sleeves and your brown corduroy pants. You put me in my room and I broke the window and started screaming for someone to help mom." Signup and view all the answers

Who comes to rescue Max and Loretta from Killer Kane?

Freak. Signup and view all the answers

How does Freak get in and save Max?

He climbs down the window and tells Killer Kane that his water gun is filled with acid. Signup and view all the answers

How do Freak and Max get away from Killer Kane?

Freak squirts Killer Kane with a mixture of soap, curry powder, and vinegar. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Freak laughing when he and Max get to safety?

Freak is laughing because his trick worked. The water gun was filled with soap, vinegar, and curry powder, not acid. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to Killer Kane?

He gets arrested. Signup and view all the answers

What did Freak mean when he said, 'Freak the Mighty strikes again'?

That they were successful again by working together using each other's strengths and weaknesses. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'corrosive' mean?

Eating away gradually Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'dysfunctional' mean?

Not operating normally or properly Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'illiterate' mean?

Unable to read or write Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'redeemed' mean?

To save, make good, or make up for something Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'scuttles' mean?

Very fast, small steps Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'trussed' mean?

Bound or secured closely Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapters 17-20 Summary

Max and Killer Kane, along with Iggy, spend Christmas Eve in an apartment belonging to an absent old woman.
Kenny Kane restrains Max to prevent him from escaping.
Killer Kane insists to Max that he's never killed anyone and claims to have sent him gifts and letters from prison.
Max observes his father crying while recounting his perceived injustices.
Killer Kane swears on the Bible that he did not kill Max's mother.
Kane refers to himself as "the light," believing he has changed for the better.
Iggy's eye contact with Max implies a potential escape plan.
The Reverend Kenneth David Kane’s actions reveal his untrustworthy nature, showing he is not truly religious.
Loretta Lee is the first person to aid in Max's escape.
Loretta's escape strategy involves Iggy distracting Killer Kane while she frees Max.
During the untying process, Killer Kane confronts Loretta and begins to choke her.
The sight of Loretta in danger triggers Max's traumatic memories of his mother's death.
May’s recollection of specific details from the past convinces Killer Kane to release Loretta.
Freak arrives to rescue Max and Loretta in an unexpected heroic moment.
Freak uses the guise of a water gun filled with acid to intimidate Killer Kane, though it actually contains a harmless mixture.
Freak and Max evade Killer Kane by using a concoction of soap, curry powder, and vinegar.
Freak laughs in relief and triumph after their clever escape tactic succeeds.
Killer Kane is ultimately arrested for his actions against Loretta and Max.
"Freak the Mighty strikes again" symbolizes their victory through teamwork, highlighting their combined strengths.

Vocabulary and Definitions

corrosive: Substance causing gradual decay or damage.
dysfunctional: Not functioning properly or normally.
illiterate: Lacking the ability to read or write.
redeemed: To recover or compensate for something lost or damaged.
scuttles: Moves quickly and in small steps.
trussed: Securely bound or fastened.

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