The One and Only Ivan: Understanding the First Half

Who is the main character of "The One and Only Ivan"?

• Ruby

• Stella

• Ivan

• Bob

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Where does Ivan live?

• In a zoo

• In the wild

• In a shopping mall

• In a circus

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What is Ivan's talent?

• Singing

• Dancing

• Painting

• Juggling

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Why does Ivan paint?

• To escape his cage

• To communicate with humans

• Because it's a fun hobby

• To remember his past

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Who is Stella?

• A baby elephant

• A gorilla

• An old elephant

• A human girl

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What does Stella dream of?

• Performing in the circus again

• Living in the wild

• Being free from pain

• Meeting other elephants

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How does Ivan feel about his life in the mall?

• He loves it

• He is indifferent

• He is unhappy

• He is confused

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What motivates Ivan to change his situation?

• A promise to Stella

• His desire to paint

• The arrival of Ruby

• All of the above

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Who is Ruby?

• A new elephant calf

• A human child

• A new gorilla

• A dog

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What is the main theme of the first half of the book?

• Adventure

• Friendship

• Freedom

• Survival

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