What two things did Steady Eddie give Bud?
Steady Eddie gives Bud a saxophone. The saxophone has been used but is in good shape from repairs they gave it. They let Bud know that he must polish it himself. One other gift Eddie was instrumental in giving Bud was a nickname which all the band members had.
What was so special about the picture that Miss Thomas give Bud?
Miss Thomas gives Bud a photo of his mother when she was a teenager. His mother looks the way Bud remembers her from his early childhood. Miss Thomas explains how much Calloway loved his daughter and why he picked up the rocks.
What are the three reasons the band gives Bud the name Sleepy labone?
Several names are discussed based on Bud’s behaviors and appearance—names such as Waterworks, because Bud cried so much at dinner; Bone, because he is so slim; and Sleepy, because Bud slept in so late, are discussed.
Why do you think Ms Thomas believes bud?
Though at first, like the others, she doesn’t believe that Herman is Bud’s father, she still believes Bud is a blessing in their lives. She carves out space for Bud in their lives and is one of the reasons he is invited to stay with them at the Grand Calloway Station and enjoy a room to himself.
What did Bud learn about himself?
Bud also learns that he is ultimately in control of his own fate, and that he has the ability to carry his mother’s memory with him wherever he goes. He learns that things work out for the better for those who remain determined and keep a positive attitude. Bud also learns that he is actually Herman’s grandson.
What was the life lesson she was trying to teach Bud?
Bud learns that the basis of a family is love. Calloway’s band embraces Bud as one of their own, and Bud is once again reminded of what it feels like to have a loving family. He’s been missing it since his mother died. I think another important life lesson that Bud learns over the course of this…
Why did Bud pull out his jackknife?
Why did Bud pull out his jackknife? Bud pulled out his jackknife because Bugs jumped on him while he was sleeping.
Why did Bud regret looking out the window?
Q. Why did Bud regret looking out of the window? He saw his mother’s ghost. He was afraid of the dark.
What did Bugs want to talk about with Bud?
does Bugs want to talk about? Bugs wants to talk about Bud beating up Toddy and running away.
Why did Bud think Herman E Calloway was his father?
For the majority of the story, Bud believes that his father’s name is Herman Calloway, who happens to be a famous musician living in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Bud comes to the conclusion that Herman is his father because his mother kept old flyers of Herman’s past performances, which Bud keeps inside his suitcase.
What happened when Bud missed the train and headed back at Hooverville?
What happened after Bud missed the train and headed back to Hooverville? He and Deza Malone gathered greens for the day’s meal. He saw a bunch of cops tearing down and burning the shacks. He hopped the next train, which was headed north.
What does Bud do to help himself sleep while in Hooverville?
In Chapter 8, Bud and Bugs spend the night at a Hooverville in hopes of catching the morning train to Chicago. When Bud lies down, he does a little trick that helps him fall asleep. Bud takes his blanket out of his suitcase and pulls it all the way over his head.
Why do you think bud begins to cry and can’t stop?
Bud can’t help himself and begins to cry uncontrollably. The reason Bud cannot control his tears is because he is overjoyed to finally be around people who will treat him with compassion and care. Being an orphan who is on the “lam” isn’t easy and Bud feels like he’s part of a family after spending some time with them.
What happened that night that Bud will never forget?
Who jumped on top of Bud when he was sleeping under the blanket outside by the library? What is the real name of the town that Bud & Bugs stayed in while they were waiting for the train? What happened that night that Bud will never forget? The train is headed West.
What did Bud say the band should be called?
What did Bud say the band should be called? Miss Thomas and the Dusky Devastators of the Depression and a Mean Old Guy on the Giant Fiddle.
What did Steady Eddie give Bud What might it symbolize?
What did steady Eddie give Bud? What might it symbolize? A new pair of shoes to symbolize Bud’s walk in a new life. He gave Bud a bath symbolizing a baptism to a new life.
Why does Bud make all that noise coming downstairs?
Why did Bud make so much noise when he came downstairs? He wanted to make sure they knew he was coming back into the room.