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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. Why does Madison suggest that Greg make a movie for Rachel?

2. Why is Greg nervous about Rachel meeting Earl?

3. How does Greg describe Rachel, regarding her lack of concern for mistakes in their films?

4. How does Greg describe Mr. McCarthy?

5. Why are chemotherapy and radiation the best options for treating leukemia?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Greg feel about watching his films with Rachel?

2. What are Plans A through D for Rachel’s film?

3. In Chapter 26 how does Greg compare his life to that of the ecosystem of a pond?

4. What leads Greg and Rachel to watching more of Greg and Earl’s films?

5. What decision do Denise and Rachel make that leaves Greg feeling like he does not know what to do?

6. What does Greg learn about cancer while Rachel is in the hospital?

7. How does Greg end up in the same hospital as Rachel?

8. How does Rachel show she is a good friend, regarding Greg and Earl’s movies?

9. How does Rachel react to the arrival of Earl and Greg in Chapter 18?

10. What leads to Greg making a movie for Rachel?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Greg attempts to avoid friendships during high school. What is his reason for this? What does this reveal about Greg? Do you agree with Greg that not being a part of a high school clique and having an unusual high school experience makes for a better experience? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Greg realizes about halfway through the book that Earl is a much better person than him. How does Earl, throughout the book, reveal himself to be a good person? Why might Greg not be as compassionate and caring as Earl? What might have led to this apathy towards others? What might this mean for his future?

Essay Topic 3

Rachel's mother is concerned that she raised a sweet girl but not a tough one. Would you agree with her? Why or why not? Do you see Rachel's choice to give into cancer cowardly or brave? Why?

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