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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. In Chapter 14, Greg says that his plan to be groupless and friendless is failing. Why?

2. What is Failed Girl Tactic #1?

3. Where does Greg live?

4. What leads to Greg making a girl cry?

5. What are Problems 2 and 3 regarding Earls' home life, according the Greg?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Rachel surprise Greg in their conversation on Friday?

2. How does a friendship begin to form between Greg and Rachel?

3. What is the purpose of Chapter 16?

4. What begins the bond between Greg and Earl?

5. What is the reason that Greg gives for why he has not spoken to Rachel in years?

6. What leads Greg to freak out in the cafeteria?

7. How does Greg describe the first day of his senior year?

8. What issues does Greg have with the school cafeteria?

9. What happens when Greg and Earl make their first film?

10. What surprises Greg when he first comes into Rachels’ room?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Greg considers Earl a coworker, rather than a friend. How is Earl a coworker? Why do both boys seem okay with this relationship status? What does this reveal about the boys?

Essay Topic 2

One of Greg’s strongest fears is that others will see his films and criticize him. What has led to this fear? What is the connection between this and his desire to not have friends but to appear to have friends? How is Greg missing out on life experiences because of his fears?

Essay Topic 3

Although Greg says he does not want to be part of a clique or have close friends, does his friendship with Earl break this rule? Why or why not? Why might Greg allow himself this friendship?

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