Adrian´s world
Adrian’s best friend, who later becomes a punk.
Nigel
Who is Mr. Scruton?
This is the headmaster, who Adrian describes as "pop-eyed".
Who was the Prime Minister during most of Adrian's teenage years?
Margaret Thatcher
What group does Adrian´s mother join?
Adrian’s mother joins feminist or women’s liberation group, common in the 1980s, advocating for gender equality and independence.
Fill in the blank: If Adrian _______ more confident, he would talk to Pandora.
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The school bully who torments Adrian.
Barry Kent
Adrian’s unemployed father who loves DIY disasters
George Mole
What major war does Adrian mention in the diaries?
Falklands War
Why does Adrian join the Good Samaritans Club?
To improve his image and impress people
Change to indirect speech: Pandora asked, "Do you like poetry, Adrian?"
Answer: Pandora asked Adrian if he liked poetry.
Who is Bert Baxter and why is he important to Adrian?
He is an old man, who smokes a lot, has an Alsatian, and they become friends.
Adrian’s mother, who leaves George for Mr. Lucas.
Who is Pauline Mole?
What famous royal event is mentioned in the books?
The wedding of Prince Charles and Princess Diana
What health issue is Adrian obsessed with?
His spots (acne)
Mastering the interrogative.
Ask the question "Adrian has been writing his diary for months."
How long has Adrian been writing his diary?
What is The Voice of Youth?
Adrian creates this literary magazine "The Voice of Youth" at school, but it doesn't sell well.
Adrian’s baby sister, born in The Growing Pains of Adrian Mole.
Rosie Mole
Whats school subject does Adrian like?
"Domestic science, and later Home Economics" has been replaced by "Food Technology" for GCSE qualifications.
Where does Adrian’s mother go when she leaves the family?
She moves to Sheffield with Mr. Lucas
Choose: "Adrian was jealous of/at Pandora’s popularity."
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Who is Grace Pool?
Grcae Pool is a prisoner, who makes Adrian a toothbrush holder and is later denied parole for setting fire to the embroidery workshop on the premises in prison.
Adrian’s grandmother, who sends him £5 postal orders.
Grandma Mole
Adrian listens to music by this band, whose synth-pop sound defined much of the British 1980s youth culture.
Duran Duran
What is the name of Adrian’s school?
River Leoni Comprehensive
Rewrite in passive: "The dog ate Adrian’s manuscript."
Answer: Adrian’s manuscript was eaten by the dog.