Chapters 1-15
Chapters 16-30
Chapters 31-45
Chapters 46-60
Chapters 61-73
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Who is the main character in the book?
David Greenberg
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What pet animal does David use in his "TalkTime" videos? What is its name?
Hammy the hamster
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What does David's father do for a living?
He is the author of an advice column.
100
Why is David and Sophie's project about Albert Einstein considered A+ work?They were thorough with the information they presented, and they added a creative flair (humor) to their presentation.
They were thorough with the information they presented, and they added a creative flair (humor) to their presentation.
100
Is Lindsay is a good sister to David?
Yes. Even though they have their sibling rivalry, Lindsay is comforting to her brother after Hammy dies. She really loves him, and cares about his feelings.
200
Why is David upset about his summer vacation?
He and his best friend, Elliot, are starting to have different interests. Elliot just wants to hang at the mall in hopes of seeing his crush, Cara Epstein, while David would rather play K'nex and create his videos.Why is David upset about his summer vacation?
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Who is the most influential person in David's life?
David's grandmother, Bubbe.
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What is the "daily acne forecast?"
David takes random photos of Lindsay's zit creme covered face and uses them in his videos.
200
How does the reporter from the Philadelphia Inquirer change David's feelings about himself?
David starts to feel more self confident when he gets attention for his videos.
200
How are the students' reactions towards David (after receiving his swirlie) different than he anticipated?
David thought the kids would make fun of him when he returned to school, but nobody did.
300
What is the MAIN reason why David is nervous about middle school?
His cousin, Jack, tells him that the 8th graders drag 6th graders to the bathroom and shove their head in the toilet and flush while making you sing Happy Birthday. Aka, a "swirlie"
300
What is the symbolism of the tuba that sits in David's living room?
It was his mother's tuba. It has been untouched for two years now, ever since his mother moved to Main to "find herself." Looking at the tuba makes David sad and lonely.
300
What does Tommy do to David that would be considered cyberbullying?
Tommy used his cell phone to record David being tripped in the cafeteria and posted it online with inappropriate comments. ie. "David Greenberg - lamest kid at Harman!!!" "Have a nice trip. See you next fall!"
300
Besides being his pet, why is David especially saddened by the loss of Hammy?
Hammy is the last thing that his mother gave him before she left for Maine, so he has a special connection with his hamster.
300
Explain what David means when he says, "I know Elliott has finally crossed back over from the dark side."
He means that Elliott finally realizes what a jerk Tommy is, and what an even bigger jerk he has been for hanging out with him and turning on his best friend.
400
Explain how David gives into peer pressure on the first day of school.
David is told by Elliot that all of the "cool kids" wear a t-shirt instead of the required collared shirt on the first day. David is afraid that if he doesn't wear a t-shirt, he may be labeled as a dork.
400
Who is the "red haired girl," and why is she important in the story?
Her name is Sophie, and she befriends David. She likes his videos and spreads the word so that people start to view them.
400
Why hasn't Lindsay written to her mother?
She is angry with her mother for leaving. She never visits or calls, so she has a lot of resentment and hasn't dealt with her feelings about her mother and father's divorce.
400
How does Sophie show that she is a true friend to David once she learns that Hammy has died?
She tries to cheer him up by bringing him a cupcake and asking him if he's alright.
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Who is "LADM?"
Lindsay and David's mom
500
Who is the main antagonist in the story? Explain how this character influences David.
Tommy befriends Elliot, and they both start to target David.
500
What problem is Sophie dealing with in the story?
Her mother is over-protective and doesn't let her have much freedom.Sophie was previously home schooled and she feels like her mother is suffocating her.
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What do David's "Top Six and a Half" list represent?
His lessons and experiences
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What causes David to run home from school?
Tommy gives him a swirlie in the boys' bathroom, and David is hurt and embarrassed by what is happening in middle school to him so far.
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What is the moral of the story?
Middle School (and life in general) is full of challenges, but believe in yourself and learn from your experiences, and you will be ok!
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