Discussion Topic
Key questions from Bud, Not Buddy (chapters 4, 6-11)
Summary:
Key questions from Bud, Not Buddy (chapters 4, 6-11) focus on Bud's experiences and decisions, such as why Bud runs away from the Amos household, how he survives on his own, his strategies for finding his father, and the significance of the items he carries with him. These inquiries explore Bud's resilience, resourcefulness, and the importance of family and identity in his journey.
What are two insightful questions from chapter four of Bud, Not Buddy?
In chapter four, Bud has been sent to live with a foster family. During his short time there, the Amos' son is particularly cruel to Bud. The son creates disruptive situations and then blames Bud for them. The foster parents are equally cruel and always take their son's side when there is conflict. After freeing himself from the shed they locked him in, Bud decides to get some revenge before fleeing the Amos' home forever.
You might ask: What are three specific ways that the members of the Amos
family are unfair and cruel to Bud during his short stay there?
Why does Bud decide not to use the gun in his revenge, and how does Bud instead
attempt to seek revenge on the Amos' son before fleeing the family? Why does he
choose this method of revenge?
What are five key questions from chapters 6-11 in Bud, Not Buddy?
In chapter 6, when Bud is waiting in line for a meal, he is forcefully pushed out of line by someone else. When Bud tries again, he is almost beat for it but is saved by a stranger who calls Bud "Clarence." Why do you think this man offered help to Bud in this situation?
In chapter 7, Bud finds out that Miss Hill has gotten married and moved to Chicago. When Bud leaves he is thinking about things his mother had told him years ago. What was he thinking about, and why might that be important for the story?
In chapter 8, do you think that Deza has anything to do with why Bud is having second thoughts on leaving Michigan? Why?
In chapter 9, what does Bud mean by saying that ideas are like seeds?
In chapter 11, what are Bud's impressions of the Lewis family?
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