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Questions and Answers
Why does Mr. Sir initially stop giving water to Stanley?
Why does Mr. Sir initially stop giving water to Stanley?
- Because Mr. Sir was retaliating against Stanley for an incident involving Katherine Barlow and Sam. (correct)
- Because Stanley failed to meet his digging quota for the day.
- Because Stanley was caught attempting to escape from the camp.
- Because Stanley complained about the food served at Camp Green Lake.
What motivates Stanley to conserve his energy during the day at Camp Green Lake?
What motivates Stanley to conserve his energy during the day at Camp Green Lake?
- He is hoping to be chosen for a special project by the Warden.
- He is planning an escape attempt and needs to be well-rested.
- He wants to have enough energy to teach Zero how to read. (correct)
- He is trying to avoid being assigned extra digging duties.
Why does Stanley hesitate to drink from his canteen after Mr. Sir refills it?
Why does Stanley hesitate to drink from his canteen after Mr. Sir refills it?
- He notices that the water has an unusual smell and taste.
- He is saving the water for Zero, who is feeling unwell.
- He believes that the canteen is contaminated with dirt and bacteria.
- He suspects that Mr. Sir may have added a strange substance to the water. (correct)
What prompts Zero to strike Mr. Pendanski with a shovel?
What prompts Zero to strike Mr. Pendanski with a shovel?
Why does Stanley venture out into the desert with the water truck?
Why does Stanley venture out into the desert with the water truck?
What agreement do Stanley and Zero make to help endure their hunger and pain while traveling?
What agreement do Stanley and Zero make to help endure their hunger and pain while traveling?
What does Zero confess to Stanley while they are on Big Thumb ( the mountain )?
What does Zero confess to Stanley while they are on Big Thumb ( the mountain )?
What unspoken challenge do Stanley and Zero have as they descend Big Thumb ( the mountain )?
What unspoken challenge do Stanley and Zero have as they descend Big Thumb ( the mountain )?
What significant item does Stanley uncover after returning to the hole where he found the lipstick tube?
What significant item does Stanley uncover after returning to the hole where he found the lipstick tube?
According to one of the details, why were Stanley and Zero unharmed by the yellow-spotted lizards?
According to one of the details, why were Stanley and Zero unharmed by the yellow-spotted lizards?
Why is there a lack of guard towers and electric fences at Camp Green Lake?
Why is there a lack of guard towers and electric fences at Camp Green Lake?
What motivates Stanley to lie in his letters to his mother about Camp Green Lake?
What motivates Stanley to lie in his letters to his mother about Camp Green Lake?
What is the significance of having a nickname among the boys at Camp Green Lake?
What is the significance of having a nickname among the boys at Camp Green Lake?
How does Stanley's decision to give X-Ray the gold tube affect his relationships in the camp?
How does Stanley's decision to give X-Ray the gold tube affect his relationships in the camp?
What can be inferred from Mr. Pendanski's statement about digging holes 'building character'?
What can be inferred from Mr. Pendanski's statement about digging holes 'building character'?
Considering the characteristics described, what makes the Yellow Spotted Lizard such a threat?
Considering the characteristics described, what makes the Yellow Spotted Lizard such a threat?
Why does Stanley initially attribute the falling sneakers to a 'gift from God'?
Why does Stanley initially attribute the falling sneakers to a 'gift from God'?
How does Zigzag express his frustration and anger towards Stanley?
How does Zigzag express his frustration and anger towards Stanley?
What is the significance of Zero's desire to learn how to read from Stanley, given the camp's environment?
What is the significance of Zero's desire to learn how to read from Stanley, given the camp's environment?
What does Stanley lying about stealing the sneakers suggest about his perception of justice?
What does Stanley lying about stealing the sneakers suggest about his perception of justice?
How did Ms. Zeroni contribute to the events affecting the Yelnats family?
How did Ms. Zeroni contribute to the events affecting the Yelnats family?
What was the significance of Sam's relationship with Mary Lou in the context of Green Lake's history?
What was the significance of Sam's relationship with Mary Lou in the context of Green Lake's history?
What is a key characteristic that Stanley Yelnats III and Zero share, contributing to their bond at Camp Green Lake?
What is a key characteristic that Stanley Yelnats III and Zero share, contributing to their bond at Camp Green Lake?
How does the character of Mr. Sir contribute to the oppressive atmosphere at Camp Green Lake?
How does the character of Mr. Sir contribute to the oppressive atmosphere at Camp Green Lake?
What motivates the Warden's relentless search for the hidden treasure at Camp Green Lake?
What motivates the Warden's relentless search for the hidden treasure at Camp Green Lake?
Which of these elements contributed to Katherine Barlow's transformation from a respected schoolteacher into 'Kissing Kate'?
Which of these elements contributed to Katherine Barlow's transformation from a respected schoolteacher into 'Kissing Kate'?
What is the narrative significance of Stanley Yelnats III finding the suitcase?
What is the narrative significance of Stanley Yelnats III finding the suitcase?
How does the physical environment of Camp Green Lake mirror the emotional and psychological states of the characters?
How does the physical environment of Camp Green Lake mirror the emotional and psychological states of the characters?
Considering X-Ray's influence within Group D, what leadership style does he exert?
Considering X-Ray's influence within Group D, what leadership style does he exert?
What does Stanley’s father's invention of a foot deodorant symbolize?
What does Stanley’s father's invention of a foot deodorant symbolize?
Flashcards
Hattie Parker
Hattie Parker
A character who saw Katherine Barlow kiss Sam, indicating a pivotal moment in the story.
Sam's execution
Sam's execution
Sam was killed by the Trout because he kissed a white woman.
Mr. Sir's water supply
Mr. Sir's water supply
Mr. Sir withholds water from Stanley as punishment.
Zero's confession
Zero's confession
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Energy conservation
Energy conservation
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Playing word games
Playing word games
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Stanley and Zero's challenge
Stanley and Zero's challenge
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Onions and Yellow Spotted Lizards
Onions and Yellow Spotted Lizards
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Stanley's suitcase discovery
Stanley's suitcase discovery
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Breaking the curse
Breaking the curse
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Yellow Spotted Lizard
Yellow Spotted Lizard
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Stanley’s choice
Stanley’s choice
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Digging holes
Digging holes
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Lack of escape routes
Lack of escape routes
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Warden's rule
Warden's rule
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Stanley's nickname
Stanley's nickname
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Stanley's lie about sneakers
Stanley's lie about sneakers
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Fish fossil discovery
Fish fossil discovery
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X-Ray's leadership
X-Ray's leadership
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Zero's learning request
Zero's learning request
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Stanley Yelnats III
Stanley Yelnats III
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Zero
Zero
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Mr. Sir
Mr. Sir
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Katherine Barlow
Katherine Barlow
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The Warden
The Warden
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Elya Yelnats
Elya Yelnats
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Sam
Sam
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Stanley's Father
Stanley's Father
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Ms. Zeroni
Ms. Zeroni
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Igor Barkov
Igor Barkov
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Study Notes
Holes Quiz Training Answers
- The worst thing that can happen at Camp Green Lake is getting attacked by a Yellow Spotted Lizard.
- Stanley's family is given the choice between prison or Camp Green Lake.
- Stanley's daily task is to dig a hole.
- There's no need for fences at Camp Green Lake because water is 100 miles away. Anyone trying to escape will die of dehydration.
More Quiz Answers
- The most important rule at Camp Green Lake is to avoid upsetting the warden.
- Having a nickname is considered a term of respect.
- Stanley lied about stealing the sneakers because he believed no one would believe him.
- Stanley considered the sneakers a gift from God when they fell on his head.
- The boys dig holes to develop character, according to Mr. Pendanski.
- Boys spit in their holes before leaving.
- The Yellow Spotted Lizard has 11 yellow spots, a yellow-green body, and is 6-10 inches long, with large yellow eyes and red skin around them.
Further Quiz Answers
- Caveman is considered tough because of his reaction to the "Lump".
- Stanley lies to his mother about Camp Green Lake to avoid worrying her.
- Stanley's first discovery was a fish fossil.
- X-Ray asked Caveman to give him the next item found, because he hadn't found one in a year.
- X-Ray is the leader because he is first in the canteen line.
- Magnet plans to be an adult trainer of animals for movies.
- Stanley finds a gold tube with a heart written inside inside KB.
More Quiz Answers (continued)
- Giving X-Ray his second "find" affects his status amongst his fellow campers, as X-Ray is the perceived leader.
- Zigzag expressed anger at Stanley by hitting him with a shovel.
- Stanley hopes to become an FBI agent.
- Zero wants Stanley to teach him to read.
- The warden touched the spot on Stanley's body, where he was hurt, when he was sent to her for stealing sunflower seeds.
- Zero excels in mathematics.
- The warden stops giving water to Stanley.
- Hattie Parker witnessed Katherine Barlow kissing Sam.
- The sheriff wants to hang Sam for kissing a white woman.
- Sam is killed by the trout.
- Stanley saves his energy to teach Zero during the day.
- Stanley did not drink water from his canteen.
More Quiz Answers (continued)
- Stanley plans to tell the warden the location of the gold tube to lessen their sentence.
- Stanley and Zero go to Big Thumb Mountain.
- Stanley tells Zero to save his energy by not talking.
- Campers distract themselves from hunger and pain.
- Stanley and Zero play word games.
- Zero tells Stanley he stole Clyde Livingston's shoes.
- Zero did not recognize the shoe's logo.
- Stanley is lucky the shoes hit him because he got to know Zero.
- Stanley and Zero do not drink water first while hiking.
- Stanley finds a suitcase with his name on it.
- Mr. Sir informs Stanley he is not guilty of stealing the shoes.
- Stanley does not want to leave Camp Green Lake because of Zero.
- Stanley's attorney takes Zero with them.
- Stanley and Zero were not attacked by the yellow spotted lizards because they ate onions.
- Stanley broke the curse causing his father success.
Character Information
- Stanley Yelnats III: Fat, Unlucky, Hopeful, Emotionless.
- Elya Yelnats: Liar, Stealer.
- Zero: Quiet, Good at Math, Fast learner, Smallest in group D, Orphan, Not Respected.
- X-Ray: Poor vision, Glasses, Leader of Group, Punishes people.
- Armpit: Fattest in Group D after Stanley, Spitter, Overreacts, Defensive.
- Magnet: Sneaky, Stealer, Does Not Assume, Connected to Spain.
- Sam: Onion Man, Black Person, Fixes everything.
- Katherine Barlow: Vengeful, Non-racist, Criminal, Kisser.
- Mary Lou: Sam's donkey, Human Feelings.
- Mr. Sir: Mean, Vengeful, Dangerous, Has a Tattoo.
- Mr. Pendanski: Almost Bald, Black Beard, Positive Attitude, Seems Sympathetic.
- Warden: Hispanic, Violent, Aggressive.
- Miss Zeroni: Old, Trusting Person, Witch.
Additional Random Information
- Mr. Sir's tattoo is a rattle snake.
- Stanley Yelnats I was robbed by Kissing Kate.
- Kissing Kate did not kill Stanley Yelnats.
- Stanley Yelnats III found Stanley Yelnats I's suitcase.
- Hattie Parker saw Katherine Barlow kissing Sam.
- Stanley's father made deodorant.
- Stanley Yelnats' suitcase was worth $2 million.
- Camp Green Lake was empty.
- Stanley's attorney's name is Ms. Morengo.
- Ms. Zeroni was a witch.
- The Warden's real name is Ms. Walker.
- Sarah Miller discovered the misspelling of Yelnats.
- Ms. Zeroni said Myra Menke's head was empty.
- Elya Yelnats had a son named Stanley Yelnats I.
- The person who slept in the bunk before Stanley was called Barf Bag.
- Ms. Zeroni's child went to the US.
- Elya Yelnats gave a pig as a wedding gift.
- Igor Barkov was 57 when he proposed to Myra Menke.
- Igor Barkov was a pig farmer.
- People bought onions from Sam to feed Mary Lou.
- The Yelnats family is from Latvia.
- Camp Green Lake was in Texas.
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Quiz focusing on the setting, characters, and plot details from Holes, centering on Camp Green Lake. Questions cover themes like survival, respect, and the significance of digging holes in the narrative. Explore the dangers and rules of Camp Green Lake.
