Holes Characters Flashcards

Study Notes

Key Characters in Holes

Stanley Yelnats: Main character with a pessimistic outlook; blames his misfortunes on his great-great-grandfather, Elya Yelnats.
Derrick Dunne: Smaller than Stanley but bullies him, showcasing Stanley's lack of assertiveness.
Madame Zeroni: Egyptian woman who advises Elya Yelnats, believing that Elya should be in America; indifferent towards Myra's marriage.
Mr. Sir: One of the antagonists at Camp Green Lake; involved in the discovery of Stanley's great-grandfather's treasure.
Mr. Pendanski: Camp counselor at Camp Green Lake; associated with the oppressive environment alongside the Warden.
Trout Walker: Antagonist who dies disgraced; his greed leads to the misfortune of his family line.
Clyde "Sweet Feet" Livingston: Fictional baseball player whose donated sneakers become pivotal to the plot.
Sam: Merchants onions and creates medicinal products; a likable character known for his wit and charm.
The Warden (Louise Walker): Main antagonist, descendent of Trout Walker, who misuses her power over the camp.
Mary Lou: Sam's donkey, integral to his livelihood; her tragic fate reflects the ruthless nature of other characters.
ZigZag (Ricky): Boy at Camp Green Lake who gets sent there due to reckless behavior at school.
Elya Yelnats: Stanley's ancestor whose unfulfilled promise seals the Yelnats family's curse.
X-Ray: Leader of the boys in tent D; manipulative but influential; responsible for giving Stanley the nickname "Caveman."
Katherine Barlow: Former schoolteacher known for kindness; her actions set off a series of events leading to later conflicts in the story.

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Test your knowledge of the characters from 'Holes' by Louis Sachar with these flashcards. Learn about Stanley Yelnats and Derrick Dunne and their roles in the story. Perfect for fans of the book or those studying literature.