Questions and Answers
What do Max's dad refer to as bugs?
What happened to the house they moved into in the Tenements?
It caught on fire
Who comes to save Max while he is tied up?
Loretta Lee
What do other people call Max's dad who starts to choke Loretta?
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What does Max tell Killer Kane to make him stop choking Loretta?
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Who saves Loretta and Max during a critical moment?
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What does Freak call Killer Kane?
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What is Freak's favorite birthday present?
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What health issue leads Freak to the hospital?
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Who does Max visit in the hospital?
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What does Freak give Max as a sort of 'going away present'?
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What does Max find out about Freak when he visits the hospital the next day?
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How did Freak die according to the doctor?
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What disorder did Freak suffer from?
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters
- Max's father, referred to as Killer Kane, compares cops to bugs, suggesting they are numerous but not intelligent.
- The family's new house in the Tenements was destroyed in a fire.
- Loretta Lee plays a crucial role in rescuing Max when he is tied up by Killer Kane.
Confrontation and Revelations
- After being freed by Loretta, Max faces Killer Kane, who attempts to choke her.
- Max reveals his knowledge of his mother's death, stating, "I know you killed her! I saw you kill mommy," which causes Killer Kane to stop the attack.
Freak's Role and Gifts
- Freak, Max's best friend, intervenes during the confrontation, showcasing his bravery.
- He refers to Killer Kane as an "accident of nature," emphasizing his disdain.
- For his birthday, Freak receives a new computer, reflecting his love for technology and creativity.
Health Challenges
- Freak suffers from a seizure, leading to a hospitalization that Max visits.
- Their friendship deepens as Freak gives Max a book to document their adventures together, symbolizing their bond.
Tragic Outcome
- Max learns of Freak's death during a hospital visit the following day, receiving the heartbreaking news that "his heart got too big for his body."
- Freak was diagnosed with Morquio Syndrome, a condition that impacts his health and contributed to his early passing.
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Explore the pivotal moments and characters in 'Freak the Mighty.' This quiz covers Max's relationship with his father, the bravery demonstrated by Freak, and the significant events that shape their friendship. Test your knowledge on how these elements contribute to the story's themes and character development.
