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Where does Max's Dad take him? Why?
To an old lady's house to hide because he has kidnapped Max
What does Max's dad say that he sent Max in the old lady's house?
He never killed anyone. He had sent Max presents and letters from prison.
How does Kenny Kane describe himself in chapter 17?
A big softy who cries in sad films. Misunderstood because of his mean appearance. Victimised by others
Who are the geezers according to Kenny Kane?
Grim and Gram. Geezer = Old person
What does Kenny Kane swear to on the bible?
That he didn't kill Max's mum
What season is it? How do we know?
Winter because there is snow on the ground and it is Christmas
What class do Iggy and Loretta belong to? How do we know? How is this an example of show and don't tell?
Lower class. They live in the 'testaments'. Their house is dirty and unkept, Lorette is always smoking. The author never explicitly states they are poor.
What is Kenny's plan to make money?
They will get a bus and Kenny will say that he is a preacher. Max will collect money.
"The blue lights drive by." What is the 'blue lights' a reference to? Why does the author use this words?
The police and the flashing lights. Its slang adding to the mood of the scene, drawing the reader in
Why do the police go to Iggy's place?
Freak told them that Max might be there.
How does Iggy refer to Freak?
The crippled up kid
Chp 19: What does Kenny Kane want from Iggy?
A form a transportation (car) and small firearm (gun)
In chapter 19, where does Max's dad take him? Why?
To an old apartment in the basement of the tenements to hid from the police.
Does Kenny trust Max? How do we know?
He ties Max to his waist when he sleeps, he gags and ties up Max when he leaves him alone.
Chp 19: Who helps Max? Why?
Iggy and Loretta. They don't think its right for Kenny to kidnap and tie up his own kid. He's changed from what they remember. The police are everywhere
Chp 20: What does Max say to his Dad? Why does he say it at that time?
That he saw his mum being killed. Kenny is trying to kill Loretta just like he killed Max's mum
