Buddah Boy Summary

T/F Jinsen's friendship with Justin was easy.

False, because Justin's friend didn't like Jinsen because of his appearance and they started to argue with Justin.

T/F Mr.Snell didn't like Jinsen at fisrt becase the kids told him not to like Jinsen and so he didn't.

False, he loved the art work that he found in Jinsen's sketchbook.

T/F Justin thought that Jinsens house was uncomfortable.

False, he thought it was a spiritual and peaceful.

T/F Megan and Justin were the dynamic characters in this story.

False, it was both Justin and Jinsen because they both changed their opinions on each other

Short Answer Why did Jinsen get the nickname " Buddah Boy" ?

He got that name because he wouldn't wear a coat when it was cold so everyone could se that he always wore a dragon on his tie-dyed T-shirt.

Short Answer Explain how Mr.Snell helped both Justin and Jinsen.

He helped both of them by providing them with getting a good art career because they were good artist.

Short Response Why did Micheal Martin chosed Jinsen as a new name?

He wanted a spiritual name and he heard of Jinsen and he liked it.

Short Answer Identify a stereotype found in the book.

If you were something that represents the Asian culture you are a Buddah Boy.

Short Response What does karma mean?

It is a cultural believe that what you do will come back to you in the future.

Short Answer? What caused Justin to change his opinion towards Jinsen.

Justin discovers that they have quite of things in common. Justin realizes that Jinsen is a good artist and he wants to help him to get involved on the art program at school. ( Page 24-25)

Short Answer: Describe the characteristics of he main character(s)

Justin is an outgoing person that is quick to judge. Jinsen is more lonely and preserved and connected to his culture.

Short Answer Explain who vindicates in this novel.

Megan, because she blames Jinsen to have ruin the relationship that McManus , Justin and she had.

T/F Jinsen's real name is Micheal Martin

True

T/F Megan was one of the first persons to mistreat Jinsen.

True , she treated him like a loser.

T/F Justin had to go to Jinsen's house based on a project assigned by Ms. Keller?

True found in page 10

T/F People started to drift away from Justin when he becomes friends with Jinsen.

True, McManus, Megan and Jakob slowly started to stop being friends with Justin.

Short Answer Describe the message that the author is trying to convey.

You should never judge people based on looks, because once you actually know them they can give you a different opinion. Just like Justin was quick to judge Jinsen and then when he got to know Jinsen they both became close friends.

MC Who was the first to stop talking to Justin? a) Jakob b)Maggie c) McManus d)Mrs.Keller

a) Jakob

MC Who was a professional artist at CAC a)Ed Keeley b) Mr. Smell c) Mr.Koss d)Ms.Keller

a)Ed Keeley

MC Which of the following character was NOT a static character. a)Jinsen b)Mr.Snell c)Jakob d)Magan

a)Jinsen

MC What occurred when Jinsen got in to the art class of his school. a)Jinsen got out because he would get in trouble with his grandparents. b) The art teacher wants to submit an piece of art found in his sketchbook to CAC. c)Justin got jealous that Jinsen is the new best artist. d) The art teacher dislikes Jinsen and makes him do extra Asian scroll detecting.

b) The art teacher wants to submit an piece of art found in his sketchbook to CAC.

MC What was something that Kim taught Jinsen? a) Asian history b) the principality of the Buddhist and of remarkable art c) having a kind heart d) how to apply for CAC

b)the principality of the Buddhist and of remarkable art

MC: What is CAC? a) Career Advancement Center b) Create An Career c) Creative Arts Center d) Creative Access Card

c) Creative Arts Center

MC Which of the following was NOT a reason for Jisen not being liked? a)he always wore a dragon T-shirt b)he begs for lunch money c)he changed his name d)he was belived to be wiered

c)he changed his name

MC Who was Jinsen confused for during lunch? a) a nerd b) cool kid c) a loner d) a special needs kid

d) a special needs kid