Maniac Magee Chapters 26-32

Sort each statement into the True or False category True Grayson had never learned how to read. Maniac encouraged Grayson to read by using "baseball talk". Grayson and Maniac celebrated Thanksgiving in fine style. 101 Band Shell Boulevard was Maniac's official new address. False Maniac could hit the "stopball" right out of the park. Maniac had never learned how to cook. Maniac ran to get help as soon as he realized Grayson had died. All of Grayson's friends came to his funeral. Number the events from 1 to 7 in the order they occurred in the chapters. Order of Events Event in book 5 Grayson gave Maniac his precious old baseball glove as a Christmas gift. 2 Maniac and Grayson celebrated Thanksgiving with a huge chicken dinner with all the trimmings. 6 Maniac taught Grayson how to read books like The Little Engine That Could and Mike Mulligan's Steam Shovel. 3 Grayson passed away in his sleep. Maniac was the only mourner at the funeral. 1 Grayson taught Maniac a number of baseball skills but he never learned how to hit the "stopball." 4 Grayson moved in with Maniac. They decorated their home for Christmas. When Grayson dies, Maniac is in shock. How does Maniac react? What are some of the things he does? Why do you think Maniac does these things. Give reasons for your opinion and be sure to answer all parts of the question. While waiting for the minister, Maniac makes a decision to do something. What does he decide to do? Why do you think he decided to do this? In these chapters, we learn more about the personalities of the characters. Read the descriptions fr each character. Find proof in the story of that quality and record it on the chart. Character Quality Proof from the story Maniac 1. caring Maniac 2. determined Maniac 3. funny Grayson 1. caring Grayson 2. generous Grayson 3. contented