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Dork Diaries 7 Comprehension Questions & Reading Journal

By Rachel Renée Russell

4.4 out of 5, (76 ratings on Open Library)

Dork Diaries 7 has 60 chapters · 344 pages

Book 7 of the Dork Diaries series

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Written for this book Questions about this story, good after any chapter.

Chapter 1 question
What is the most important thing Nikki Maxwell is dealing with in this chapter, and why does it matter to her?
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About the book

This is yet another book of Dork Diaries. Nikki is getting her shot to become famous on the news, but there's obstacles. 1.Mackenzie. Will there be another Big Mac attack? 2.Brianna. You think that Brianna is nothing but a cute child, or maybe you think she's a Category 5 hurricane in pigtails? Let's see if Brianna strikes again. You probably know Dork Diaries: Middle School Mayhem, enemies, little sisters, and ROMANCE! Will Nikki Maxwell and Brandon Roberts officially KISS?! Read the book to find out:).

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Dork Diaries 7 questions by chapter

We know the book, its characters, setting and story, but not what happens in each chapter. So every question is written for this book, and any of them works wherever your reader has just stopped. One question per chapter, across all 60 chapters, and every one is editable before you print. The example answers under 3 of the chapters are the ones printed at the front of the booklet.

  1. Chapter 1

    What is the most important thing Nikki Maxwell is dealing with in this chapter, and why does it matter to her?

  2. Chapter 2

    How does Nikki’s diary voice help you understand her feelings in this part of Dork Diaries 7?

  3. Chapter 3

    What problem or awkward moment comes up in this chapter, and how does Nikki react to it?

  4. Chapter 4

    So far, how are the TV-show/reality-star parts of the story changing Nikki’s normal school life?

    Example answer: I think the TV-show parts make Nikki’s life feel much less private than before. Instead of just worrying about school, friends, and MacKenzie, she also has to think about how she looks to other people. That makes normal problems feel bigger and more embarrassing. It also shows that being noticed is not always as fun as it sounds.

  5. Chapter 5

    Which character seems to support Nikki the most in this chapter, and what do they do or say that shows it?

  6. Chapter 6

    How does Nikki’s friendship with Chloe and Zoey affect her choices in this section?

  7. Chapter 7

    What do you notice about MacKenzie’s behavior in this chapter, and how does it make the story more dramatic?

  8. Chapter 8

    How is Brandon important to Nikki in this part of the book, even if he is not the main focus?

  9. Chapter 9

    What is one funny scene or line from this chapter, and why did it make you smile?

  10. Chapter 10

    What lesson about popularity or attention is beginning to show in the story so far?

  11. Chapter 11

    Choose one word or phrase from this chapter that stood out to you. What do you think it means, and why did the author use it?

  12. Chapter 12

    How does Nikki try to solve a problem in this chapter, and do you think her plan is a good one?

  13. Chapter 13

    What details in this chapter show Nikki’s personality as creative, dramatic, or caring?

  14. Chapter 14

    How does Brianna add humor or trouble to Nikki’s life in this section?

  15. Chapter 15

    What moment in this chapter would be hardest for you if you were in Nikki’s place, and why?

  16. Chapter 16

    How does Rachel Renée Russell use exaggeration to make this chapter funnier or more exciting?

  17. Chapter 17

    What is something Nikki wants in this chapter, and what might get in her way?

  18. Chapter 18

    How do the events in this section connect to the book’s bigger ideas about being yourself?

  19. Chapter 19

    Which character changed your opinion of them a little in this chapter, and what caused that change?

  20. Chapter 20

    What prediction can you make about Nikki’s next challenge based on what happened in this chapter?

  21. Chapter 21

    How does the school setting influence what happens in this part of the story?

  22. Chapter 22

    What does this chapter show about the difference between real life and looking perfect on camera?

  23. Chapter 23

    If Nikki could pause the action and give herself advice in this chapter, what do you think she should say?

    Example answer: If Nikki could pause everything, I think she should tell herself to take a deep breath and not panic. She sometimes imagines the worst thing happening, but her friends usually help her think more clearly. I would want her to remember that one awkward moment does not ruin everything. She should be honest and ask for help if she needs it.

  24. Chapter 24

    How does the chapter show that friendships can be fun but also complicated?

  25. Chapter 25

    What is one choice Nikki makes here that you agree with, and what makes it a smart or kind choice?

  26. Chapter 26

    What choice does Nikki make that you might handle differently, and what would you do instead?

  27. Chapter 27

    How does the author build suspense or make you want to keep reading at the end of this chapter?

  28. Chapter 28

    What emotion does Nikki seem to feel most strongly in this section, and what clues show that emotion?

  29. Chapter 29

    How do Nikki’s drawings, diary style, or dramatic descriptions add to the meaning of this chapter?

  30. Chapter 30

    What does this part of the book suggest about rumors, attention, or people watching you?

  31. Chapter 31

    Which relationship in the story is most important in this chapter: Nikki and Chloe/Zoey, Nikki and Brandon, Nikki and MacKenzie, or Nikki and her family? Explain.

  32. Chapter 32

    What small detail from this chapter might become important later, and why do you think so?

  33. Chapter 33

    How does Nikki balance what she wants with what other people expect from her in this section?

  34. Chapter 34

    What does this chapter teach about jealousy, competition, or comparing yourself to others?

  35. Chapter 35

    Find a moment when Nikki is embarrassed or nervous. How does she handle it, and what does that reveal about her?

  36. Chapter 36

    How is humor used to make a serious problem feel easier to read about?

  37. Chapter 37

    What is one question you still have after reading this chapter, and why is it important to the story?

  38. Chapter 38

    How does this chapter show the pressure of being noticed by classmates, friends, family, or cameras?

  39. Chapter 39

    What is one example of Nikki being a good friend, sister, or classmate in this section?

  40. Chapter 40

    What is one example of a character making things harder for Nikki, and how does that affect the mood?

  41. Chapter 41

    How would you describe the mood of this chapter, and which events or words create that mood?

  42. Chapter 42

    What do you think Nikki learns about honesty or trust in this part of the book?

  43. Chapter 43

    Which scene would you most want to see as part of a TV episode, and what would make it interesting to watch?

  44. Chapter 44

    How does Nikki’s point of view shape the way readers see MacKenzie or another character in this chapter?

  45. Chapter 45

    What is a conflict in this chapter: person vs. person, person vs. self, or person vs. society? Explain your choice.

  46. Chapter 46

    How does Nikki show courage, even if she still feels worried or embarrassed?

  47. Chapter 47

    What message about fame or being popular can you take from this chapter?

    Example answer: The message I take is that fame can make life more exciting, but it can also make it more stressful. Nikki wants people to like her, but attention can bring rumors, jealousy, and pressure. I think the book is saying that being popular is not as important as being a good friend and staying yourself. That is a lesson many kids can understand.

  48. Chapter 48

    What word would you use to describe Nikki in this section, and what evidence supports your word?

  49. Chapter 49

    How do Chloe and Zoey help bring out a different side of Nikki than other characters do?

  50. Chapter 50

    What does this chapter make you think about privacy, especially when other people know your business?

  51. Chapter 51

    How does the author make Nikki’s worries feel realistic for a middle-school student?

  52. Chapter 52

    What is one moment that seems over-the-top in a funny way, and how does it fit the Dork Diaries style?

  53. Chapter 53

    If you could ask Nikki one question about her actions in this chapter, what would you ask, and why?

  54. Chapter 54

    How does this chapter compare with an earlier part of the book in mood, problem, or character behavior?

  55. Chapter 55

    What is an important decision a character faces in this section, and what are the possible consequences?

  56. Chapter 56

    Which character’s actions surprised you in this chapter, and what made the surprise believable or unbelievable?

  57. Chapter 57

    How does Nikki’s family life connect with what is happening at school or with the TV-show storyline?

  58. Chapter 58

    What theme from the book feels strongest in this chapter: friendship, confidence, honesty, jealousy, or staying true to yourself? Why?

  59. Chapter 59

    What do you hope will happen next for Nikki, and what clues from this chapter support your hope?

  60. Chapter 60

    After finishing this chapter, what is the biggest change you have noticed in Nikki since the beginning of the book?

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How to use this Dork Diaries 7 reading journal

At home, as a discussion guide

After each chapter your reader writes a few lines on that chapter’s question. Read the answer together at bedtime: it shows what they understood and gives you something real to talk about, without a quiz.

In class, as a novel study

Print a class set (booklets fold from plain letter paper) and use one question per chapter as the reading-response or literature-circle prompt. The example answers at the front show what a full answer looks like.

Homeschool

One booklet covers the whole book, 60 chapters, so it doubles as the reading log for Dork Diaries 7. Reword any question before printing to match your reader.

Printing

The booklet PDF prints on ordinary 8.5 × 11 paper: print double-sided (flip on the short edge) at 100%, fold the stack in half and staple on the fold. There is also a one-page-per-sheet PDF and A5 binder pages.

Where the questions come from

Questions about this story, good after any chapter. We know the book, its characters, setting and story, but not what happens in each chapter. So every question is written for this book, and any of them works wherever your reader has just stopped. The questions were drafted with AI from what is known about the book and checked before publishing; every one is editable before you print.

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