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Jeff Kinney

Cabin Fever

Jeff KinneyFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2011

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Essay Topics

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How does the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series act as a segue to more in-depth reading assignments?

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How does Kinney present Greg’s experiences with mistakes and setbacks as a form of comfort for those who are living with regret?

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What changes in Greg’s world indicate that he is starting to grow up? How does Greg feel about these changes, and how do his actions express these feelings?

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If Greg believes that he and Rowley are opposites, why do they remain best friends? What brings them together, and why does Greg tolerate the many flaws that he sees in Rowley?

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How does the holiday season become unconventional for Greg’s family? How do they manage to hang onto their Christmas traditions in the midst of unexpected chaos?

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What kinds of mistakes does Greg make? How effectively does he handle the consequences of his actions?

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Getting Along With Family and Friends is difficult for Greg, who finds that he often can’t relate to the people around him. Does Greg manage to overcome his differences with the loved ones in his life, or does he continue to experience conflict?

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How do Greg’s experiences over the holiday season teach him about the value of earning money and spending it wisely?

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Why does Greg constantly discuss The Echoes of Past Experiences? How do his past experiences inform his current perspective on life?

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How do Jeff Kinney’s illustrations add humor, irony, and additional context to the story’s narrative?

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