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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. How do Greg's parents react to the boys' first film?

2. How does Greg describe his father and mother?

3. What reason does Greg give for why he does not have self-confidence?

4. What is the problem with Failed Girl Tactic #5?

5. After Greg is hit by the rubber ball, what does he realize?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. What begins the bond between Greg and Earl?

3. What is the purpose of Chapter 16?

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

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

6. How does Greg feel about Rachel and her leukemia?

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Earl has a deep understanding of his own wants, needs, and limitations. What are his wants and needs? What are his limitations, according to him? What does this say about Earl? Would you agree with him? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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