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Explain why the sign on the rec room said wreck room.

Everything in the room looked wrecked including their bodies.

Why in X-Ray's opinion was the second hole the hardest to dig?

X-Ray told Stanley that you were tired and worn out before you even started the second hole.

Why is Stanley's letter home so comical?

Stanley's letter is comical because he describes everything through rose-colored glasses pretending that it is a real honest to goodness summer camp.

Give proof that Stanley has learned from his previous day of digging.

<p>Stanley realizes he must dump the dirt farther from the hole and save the area around the hole for when he digs deeper, thus making his task easier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Stanley refer to the fossil as his miracle?

<p>Stanley believed that the fish fossil would be of interest to the Warden and that as a reward he would be given the rest of the day off.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Rec Room Sign Explanation

The sign in the rec room reads "wreck room" due to the disheveled state of the room and the exhaustion of the boys.

Difficulty of the Second Hole

X-Ray emphasizes that the second hole is harder to dig because the boys are already fatigued before starting.

Comical Letter Home

Stanley's letter home is humorous as he portrays Camp Green Lake like a genuine summer camp, highlighting the absurdity of his situation.

Learning from Experience

Stanley employs a strategic approach when digging by moving dirt farther from the hole, making his work more efficient and manageable.

Miracle Fossil

Stanley refers to the fish fossil he discovers as a "miracle," hoping it will intrigue the Warden and earn him a day off from digging.

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Test your knowledge about key events in Louis Sachar's 'Holes'. From the humorous letters home to the challenging digging conditions faced by Stanley and his friends, this quiz covers significant themes and moments in the story. See how well you understand the quirky facets of Camp Green Lake!