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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. By what time is Rodrick supposed to tell his parents the theme of his experiment for the science fair project?
2. In "November," how much has Albert Murphy and his pen pal paid in postage for their letters?
3. What is Rodrick's punishment for having the party?
4. Where does Grandpa live?
5. When did Greg write the note that is the only thing his Gramma has from him?
Short Essay Questions
1. How did Rodrick's science project get completed last year?
2. What time do Mom and Dad start getting Rodrick up on weekends after they find out about the party, and how does Rodrick get around being awakened early?
3. Why does Greg say that Manny is Gramma's favorite grandchild?
4. Why does Greg not worry about writing his history poem in "November"?
5. How is Rodrick punished for having the party?
6. Why does Rodrick call himself a professional drummer in "November"?
7. Why does Greg wish that he can stay with Gramma when his parents go away for the weekend in "December"?
8. What does Grandpa make for dinner in "December," and how does Greg deal with it?
9. Who does Greg ask to help him with his history poem, and what reaction does he get?
10. What does Rodrick often do on Saturday nights?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Greg helps Rodrick with his science project. What is Greg’s secret, and how does everyone at school learn about it? How does Greg react to Rodrick spreading his secret? Why does Greg decide to help Rodrick with his science project even though Rodrick revealed Greg’s secret? What does Greg’s decision reveal about maturity?
Essay Topic 2
The novel takes place mostly at Greg’s home and school. Does the setting serve as a backdrop for characters or take on the role of a character? Is the setting a neutral background, not important to the novel? What is the importance of the setting?
Essay Topic 3
Greg likes to go to Rowley’s house when there is a babysitter. Why is Greg surprised when he goes to Rowley’s and Leland is babysitting? What does Greg expect having Leland for a babysitter will be like? What is communicated about expectations and reality?
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