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Maniac Magee Chapters 1-2 Flashcards

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What is the setting of Maniac Magee?

Born in Bridgeport PA, moved to Hollidaysburg PA after parents' death, ended up in Two Mills after a year of running.

Which of the following characters is an orphan who loves to run?

Mr. Magee

Maniac (correct)

Aunt Dot

Uncle Dan

What happened to Maniac Magee's parents?

They died in a trolley accident (correct)

They moved to Two Mills

They were lost in a storm

They abandoned him

Who took Maniac in after his parents died?

Aunt Dot and Uncle Dan Signup and view all the answers

Maniac Magee's history is described as one part fact and two parts legend.

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Maniac Magee ran away and ran for a year, known as the ______.

lost year Signup and view all the answers

What tragic event occurred to Maniac Magee's parents?

They died when a trolley drove off of the trestle into the Schuylkill River because of a drunk driver. Signup and view all the answers

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Setting

Maniac Magee was born in Bridgeport, Pennsylvania.
After the death of his parents, he moved to Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania.
He ended up in Two Mills after a year of running away.

Characters

Maniac: An orphan who has a passion for running.
Mr. and Mrs. Magee: Maniac's parents, who died in a trolley accident caused by a drunk driver.
Aunt Dot and Uncle Dan: Took Maniac in after his parents' death, but they had a contentious relationship and struggled to share resources.

Summary

The story of Maniac Magee is described as "One part fact, two parts legend."
The tragic accident involving Maniac's parents occurred when their trolley fell into the Schuylkill River due to a drunk driver's actions.
After living with his aunt and uncle, who could not get along and had duplicative possessions, Maniac chose to run away.
This period of running, referred to as the "lost year," lasted until he arrived in Two Mills.

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Explore the flashcards covering key concepts from chapters 1 and 2 of 'Maniac Magee.' This quiz will help you understand the setting, characters, and summary of the story as it begins. Challenge your recall and insight into the world of Maniac Magee!