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What prompted the narrator to start writing in a diary?
Not having any friends to confide in.
What does the narrator believe others will think about her diary entries in the future?
They will find them mundane and uninteresting.
How does the narrator describe her emotional state when deciding whether to stay home or go out?
Bored and listless.
Why does the narrator believe that paper has more patience than people?
Because paper can hold secrets better than people.
What is the main reason the narrator feels the need to get things off her chest by writing in her diary?
Absence of a true friend to confide in.
How does the narrator feel about her family and home life?
She finds solace and comfort in her family relationships.
What does the narrator hope to find before sharing her diary with anyone else?
'A real friend' who she can trust.
Why does the narrator mention feeling listless when contemplating staying at home?
'Listless' refers to feeling bored and lacking energy.
What is the primary emotion expressed by the narrator regarding not having a true friend?
'Frustration' at not having someone to confide in.
Test your understanding of the excerpt about a thirteen-year-old schoolgirl starting to write in a diary and expressing her thoughts. Explore the themes of self-expression and the significance of writing.
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