Holes Chapter 1-20

Front

What did the Warden do to Mr. Sir?

Back

The Warden scratched Mr. Sir with her nails.

Front

What does 'excavated' mean in the context of digging?

Back

Excavated means dug up.

Front

What narrative technique is used to tell the story of Elya Yelnats?

Back

The story of Elya Yelnats is considered a flashback.

Front

How did Stanley get hurt?

Back

Stanley got hurt when Zigzag's shovel caught him in the side of the head.

Front

What is the setting of Camp Green Lake?

Back

The setting of Camp Green Lake is barren and desolate.

Front

What is a flashback?

Back

A flashback is a narrative technique that interrupts the chronological flow of a story to depict events that happened in the past.

Front

What does 'barren' mean?

Back

Barren means land that is too poor to produce much or any vegetation.

Front

What is the significance of the setting in a story?

Back

The setting provides context for the characters' actions and the plot, influencing the mood and themes.

Front

What is the role of the Warden in the story?

Back

The Warden is the authority figure at Camp Green Lake, overseeing the boys and enforcing strict rules.

Front

What does 'desolate' mean?

Back

Desolate means a place that is deserted and bleak.