Greg's Middle School Experiences

Jeff Kinney, author of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, reads from his first book. He clarifies that the book is a journal, not a diary, and shares his thoughts on middle school, future fame, and the challenges of seating arrangements on the first day of school. Greg, the protagonist, humorously navigates these situations, offering insights into his life and the social dynamics of middle school.

What does Greg insist his book is?

• A novel

• A journal

• A scrapbook

• A diary

Why did Greg agree to write in the journal?

• To please his mom

• To express his feelings

• To become a better writer

• To have a record for when he's famous

What does Greg think about his future?

• He will be a famous actor

• He will be a famous musician

• He will be a famous scientist

• He will be a famous author

What does Greg think about middle school?

• It's a place to make friends

• It's the dumbest idea ever

• It's the best time of his life

• It's a great place to learn

What does Greg suggest should determine grade levels?

• Popularity

• Intelligence

• Height

• Age

Who is Greg's tiny friend mentioned in the transcript?

• Sharad Gupta

• Chris Hosey

• Lionel James

• Jason Brill

What advice does Greg give about the first day of school?

• Introduce yourself to the teacher

• Bring all your supplies

• Be careful where you sit

• Make new friends

Who did Greg almost have sitting next to him?

• Chris Hosey

• Lionel James

• Jason Brill

• Sharad Gupta

What does Greg plan to do in the next period?

• Sit in the front row

• Sit with the popular kids

• Sit near the teacher

• Sit in the middle of a bunch of hot girls

What happened when Greg sat between two girls last year?

• He was praised

• He was ignored

• He got a note calling him a dork

• He became friends with them