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On what part of the railroad was Jeffrey running when the Pickwell kids saw him?
On what part of the railroad was Jeffrey running when the Pickwell kids saw him?
Maniac was on the steel rail.
How did Jeffrey become known as Maniac Magee?
How did Jeffrey become known as Maniac Magee?
When other kids would talk about him, they would refer to him as a 'maniac.'
Why was Jeffrey sent to live with his aunt and uncle?
Why was Jeffrey sent to live with his aunt and uncle?
His parents died in a train wreck.
Who was the first person who stopped and spoke to Jeffrey?
Who was the first person who stopped and spoke to Jeffrey?
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Why was Mars Bar confused when Maniac took a bite of the candy bar?
Why was Mars Bar confused when Maniac took a bite of the candy bar?
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What was 'The Lost Year'?
What was 'The Lost Year'?
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What type of pitch did McNab always throw?
What type of pitch did McNab always throw?
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What are the 'finsterwallies'?
What are the 'finsterwallies'?
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What did Maniac do when Mars Bar offered him a bite of his candy bar?
What did Maniac do when Mars Bar offered him a bite of his candy bar?
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How was Jeffrey able to eat spaghetti at the Pickwells' house?
How was Jeffrey able to eat spaghetti at the Pickwells' house?
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Study Notes
Jeffrey Magee's Background
- Jeffrey Magee, known as Maniac, ran along the steel rail of the railroad, which is where the Pickwell kids first saw him.
- He became known as "Maniac Magee" because other children described him as a maniac due to his adventurous and fearless acts.
- Jeffrey was sent to live with his aunt and uncle after losing his parents in a tragic train wreck.
Key Relationships
- Amanda Beale was the first person to approach and speak to Jeffrey; she was a student from the East End.
- Maniac shocked Mars Bar by taking a bite of his candy bar, breaking the social norms between black and white kids at the time.
Significant Events
- "The Lost Year" refers to the time it took Jeffrey to travel from Hollidaysburg to Two Mills, which should have taken only about a week; the delay remained a mystery to everyone.
- McNab, a character in the story, is known for always throwing a fastball in baseball games.
Emotional Themes
- "Finsterwallies" describe the physical reaction of trembling from fear, reflecting the emotional struggles faced by characters like Maniac.
- During his stay at the Pickwells' house, Jeffrey managed to fit in with the ten other Pickwell siblings, allowing him to enjoy a meal without drawing attention to himself.
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Description
Explore the life of Jeffrey Magee, affectionately known as Maniac, who captured the imagination of kids with his audacious adventures and his journey from tragedy to triumph. This quiz delves into his key relationships, significant events, and the emotional themes woven throughout the story.
