76 pages 2 hours read

Ned Vizzini

It's Kind of a Funny Story

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2006

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Essay Topics

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Craig’s inner dialogue allows the reader to see his attitude toward himself and his approach to his mental illness. How does his inner dialogue reflect his progression from the beginning to the end of the novel?

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What does It’s Kind of a Funny Story portray about society’s assumptions toward Mental Illness? What misconceptions does the book dispel?

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The Importance of Human Connection is a major theme throughout Craig’s journey. Pick three individuals and explain how they play a role in his development.