1. In Chapter 9, what is Earl’s response when Greg informs him that he cannot watch the movie with him today, because he is hanging out with a girl from school?

2. When does the story go into the form of a script?

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

4. How does Greg’s plan to avoid forming friendships and joining a clique fail?

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

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

7. What is Earl’s relationship like with Victor and Marla Gaines?

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

9. What are the tactics that have failed Greg at attracting girls?

10. Who is the narrator of this book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Greg and Earl's film focuses around Rachel fighting cancer. Why might this have been the theme chosen for the film that was meant to be a gift to Rachel to cheer her up? How does this clearly show they do not know Rachel? How is this reflected in Rachel's response that she liked the film but it was not her favorite? What type of movie would have been more appropriate? Why?

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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