Maniac takes Mars Bar to the Pickwells before the McNabs to showcase his desire to fit in and demonstrate goodwill. He recognizes that the Pickwell family is more welcoming and accepting, contrasting with the McNabs, who are more confrontational and aggressive. By bringing a treat, Maniac hopes to build a positive connection and create a sense of belonging in a community that has largely been unkind to him. This gesture reflects his longing for friendship and acceptance amidst his tumultuous journey.
Maniac takes Mars bars to the Pickwells' house before the McNabs' because he is seeking a friendly and accepting environment. The Pickwells are known for being kind and welcoming, which contrasts with the McNabs, who hold prejudiced views against him. By choosing the Pickwells first, Maniac hopes to experience a sense of belonging and support rather than hostility. This choice highlights his desire for connection and acceptance in a community that has often been unwelcoming.
Maniac is taking mars bars to the party at the McNabs because he wants to show that even people with different color skin can have the same life and same fun as the "White skin" people
he wanted to show him that all whites arent that bad and he wanted to be his friend
Maniac Magee lived in lots of places. The Beale's, the McNabs, the band shell room with Grayson, Uncle Dan and Aunt Dot (moved out because he hated it there), and Mars Bar asked Maniac if he wanted to live at his house. At the end, Amanda Beale tells Maniac to come home. Maniac ends up living at the Beale's. .
Maniac Magee lived in lots of places. The Beale's, the McNabs, the band shell room with Grayson, Uncle Dan and Aunt Dot (moved out because he hated it there), and Mars Bar asked Maniac if he wanted to live at his house. At the end, Amanda Beale tells Maniac to come home. Maniac ends up living at the Beale's. .
Mars Bar maniac won !!!
Mars bar calls maniac "fishbelly"
Mars Bar challenged him to a race and maniac beat him going backwards.
There is no indication that Mars Bars hates Maniac. This seems to be a misunderstanding or misinterpretation.
Because maniac is a white
The person following Maniac was Mars Bars
Because of his aunt and uncle.