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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. During cleanup at the park in Section 2, what do some little kids play in?

2. In Section 2, how much is the traffic ticket Rodrick receives?

3. When Greg is a parent, what does he think he will tell his kids?

4. What does Greg's grandfather say they played when he was a kid?

5. What does Rowley end up doing in Section 2 after Greg's mother gets involved?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Greg's Fitness Water when he takes it to the park?

2. What is happening at the Heffley house when they go home after finding Rodrick in Section 2?

3. How does Greg's Homework Buddy help him?

4. What did Frank do when he was a kid to earn money?

5. According to Greg's dad and to his grandfather, what did his dad used to hide all over town?

6. What happens when Greg asks his mother to open a microwave burrito for him?

7. Why is the town park such a mess?

8. How did Greg spend his summer this year, and why did he choose that activity?

9. Why was Rodrick late to work in Section 2?

10. Why does Greg's grandfather move in with Greg's family?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Greg’s grandfather moves in with his family. Why does Grandpa move in with Greg’s family? How does the move affect the various family members and why?

Essay Topic 2

Frank and Grandpa each believe their childhood was the best. Why did Frank and Grandpa believe their childhood was the best? What does Greg think about their views? How does he think he will be when he has his own children someday, and how much will his views be shaped by the childhood he is having?

Essay Topic 3

Greg tends to be irresponsible. What are some of Greg’s struggles with being responsible? How does he try to be more responsible? How effective are Greg’s efforts to be responsible?

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