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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. What is Greg's punishment for having too many Mom Bucks in "November"?

2. In "December," what does Rodrick do with his dinner when he eats with Grandpa?

3. What does Grandpa make Greg and Rodrick for dinner in "December"?

4. What day of the week do Mom and Dad set up due dates for Rodrick for his science fair project?

5. What does Greg have to write a poem about for Mr. Huff's class in "November"?

Short Essay Questions

1. At the beginning of "November," why does Greg think Dad may be find out about Rodrick's party?

2. How do Greg's parents learn about Rodrick's party?

3. Who does Greg ask to help him with his history poem, and what reaction does he get?

4. Why is Dad angry with Uncle Joe at Thanksgiving?

5. What do Rodrick and Greg usually have to play with Grandpa when they stay with him?

6. How did Rodrick's science project get completed last year?

7. Why does Rodrick call himself a professional drummer in "November"?

8. Why is Greg always the winner when he plays a game with Grandpa and Rodrick?

9. What does Rodrick often do on Saturday nights?

10. 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?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Rodrick is sometimes a bully. How would you describe the relationship between Rodrick and Greg? What does the relationship reveal about the personality of the each brother?

Essay Topic 2

In the novel, some characters are more thoroughly described than others. Who are some characters that are merely named in passing or have a minor role in the novel? What is the importance of these flat characters to the story line? In what way do these characters make the main characters more colorful or interesting? When there is conflict, what type of role do these flat characters play?

Essay Topic 3

There are illustrations on every page of the book. How do the illustrations enhance the text? How do the drawing provide visual clues about characters and events?

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