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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. Mr. McCarthy brings Greg into his office and gives him what?

2. How is Greg affected by spending so much time with Rachel?

3. How does Rachel react to the boys' initial conversation with her?

4. What kind of soup does Mr. McCarthy drink?

5. Why does Greg think Rachel tolerates the mistakes in their films?

Short Essay Questions

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

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

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

4. Why does Greg like Mr. McCarthy?

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

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

7. Why is Greg avoiding applying for college?

8. What does Madison do that continues to lead Greg on, even though he knows he stands no chance with her?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Greg and Earl's siblings are noted a few times in the book. How might you describe these various siblings? What is their purpose in the book? What do they reveal about the families these boys come from?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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