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      Chapter 36

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 36 of *Maniac Magee*, Maniac strikes a deal with Russell and Piper McNab: if they attend school for the week, he’ll show them a shortcut to Mexico. When Saturday arrives, Maniac delays the trip by claiming Mexico is engulfed in lava, offering pizza instead. The boys agree, and the pattern continues for another week. However, school remains a struggle for them, and they begin to realize their newfound popularity—stemming from their association with Maniac—is the real reward. Other kids…
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      Chapter 37

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 37 of *Maniac Magee* chronicles a series of extraordinary feats performed by the titular character, further solidifying his legendary status in the town. Maniac demonstrates his seemingly superhuman abilities by hitting a telephone pole with a stone 61 times in a row, outrunning a freight train while balancing on a single rail, and fearlessly navigating a rat-infested dump. His daring acts culminate in sticking his arm into a mysterious, feared hole and kissing a baby buffalo at the zoo, all of…
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      Chapter 45

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 45 of *Maniac Magee*, the narrative centers on a late-night encounter between Maniac Magee and Mars Bar at the buffalo pen in the zoo. Maniac, awakened by Mars Bar’s calls, initially thinks he’s being confronted by the Superintendent or even the buffalo. The two boys engage in a tense but gradually deepening conversation under the full moon, surrounded by the sounds of crickets and fireflies. Mars Bar reveals he’s been searching for Maniac to ask why he didn’t rescue a child from the…
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      Chapter 46

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      by testsuphomeAdmin In Chapter 46 of *Maniac Magee*, the protagonist is abruptly awakened by Amanda Beale, who yanks his ear and scolds him for his actions. Maniac, disoriented, initially mistakes her for a buffalo, highlighting his exhaustion and the surreal nature of the situation. Amanda’s anger stems from Maniac’s refusal to accept an invitation from Mars Bar (whom she now calls "Snickers") and the ensuing disruption of her night. Her frustration is palpable as she berates him, emphasizing how his choices have forced…
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