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What is Kevin obsessed with Freak the Mighty?
He has much of the dictionary memorized, uses big words whenever possible, and is obsessed with robotics. His other major interest is the legend of King Arthur, since Freak sees knights in armor as proto-robots.
How does Max react to Gram referring to Kevin freak as a poor boy in Freak the Mighty?
How does Max react to Gram referring to Kevin (Freak) as a “poor boy”? Max reacts in a quick defense way staying that his body is so small because his brain is so big. Why wasn’t Max excited to have dinner at Freak’s House?
What does Kevin infer that makes him say rude things to Tony?
What does Kevin infer that makes him say rude things to Tony? Kevin infers Tony is threatening him and Kevin says rude things to defend himself. You just studied 106 terms!
What does Kevin call his mom?
Fair Gwen of Air
Kevin, or Freak as Max affectionately calls him, calls his mother the ‘Fair Gwen of Air’ because of his obsession with King Arthur and the Fair Guinevere.
What does Kevin shout while watching the fireworks?
Kevin has a much better view of the fireworks from atop Max’s shoulders, and he knows all of the chemicals that are used in the fireworks display. When the rockets begin, “Magnesium!” he shouts as the white sparkles glitter down over the pond.
Why do the students believe that Max is scared of Kevin at first?
Max was scared because Kevin kept speaking to him like a robot and he didn’t understand. At first he thought it was something against him but realized he is an earthling. Why was Kevin waving his crutch at the tree?
What does freak call Tony D Freak the Mighty?
Knives and Rocks The lovable, but mouthy, Kevin responds by calling Tony D. a ‘cretin. ‘ Kevin further explains that a cretin is ‘one who suffers from mental deficiency.
What does Kevin shout during the fireworks?
How old is Kevin from Freak The Mighty?
A 12-year-boy with Morquio syndrome, which means that Kevin is a dwarf, walks with crutches and leg braces, and has other health issues. Though his real name is Kevin, Max usually refers to him as Freak. The boys become friends when Freak and his mom, Gwen, move in down the street.
Who is the brain in Freak The Mighty?
In the Rodman Philbrick novel, Freak the Mighty, Kevin is the brain and Max is the brawn. In this lesson, we will learn more about Kevin’s struggle with Morquio syndrome, his big imagination, and his genius.
How does Freak The Mighty relate to Max?
As Freak the Mighty, Freak has the ability to see the world from a vantage point he never would otherwise. He teaches Max all manner of things, from how to read a book to how to look things up in the dictionary. Freak consistently makes Max feel smart and capable, especially when they work together as Freak the Mighty.
Who is the teacher in Freak The Mighty?
Kerry has been a teacher and an administrator for more than twenty years. She has a Master of Education degree. Kevin, or Freak, as Max calls him affectionately, is one half of ‘Freak the Mighty’ from the Rodman Philbrick novel of the same name. In this lesson, we will learn more about this character.