Double Fudge

Mr. Fargo’s career is taking off, but Peter has a hard time being happy for Jimmy and his father. Why?

How does the author use Fudge’s obsession with money to create humorous situations?

Flora and Fauna are named for the “natural beauties” of the Hawaiian islands, and Peter often refers to them as “the Natural Beauties.” Why does he call them this? What kind of tone does Peter take when referring to his cousins?

Although Fudge tells Flora and Fauna that they can’t steal his nickname for their little brother, he changes his mind and says they can copy it if they pay him “two million dollars” (86). Why does Fudge say this? Why would he change his mind?

Howie gets on Mr. Hatcher’s nerves, but Mr. Hatcher still allows Howie’s family to stay because Howie was there for Mr. Hatcher during a tough time in his life. What does this reveal about Mr. Hatcher?

What is one good outcome of the Hawaii Hatchers staying with the New York Hatchers?

Howie and Eudora start watching television when Flora and Fauna are away at Sheila Tubman’s apartment. How is this ironic?

Why do Mr. and Mrs. Hatcher decline Howie’s invitation to stay with his family in Florida for Christmas? What reason do they give, and what other reason might they have for not wanting to go?