The One and Only Ivan Comprehension Questions

Who surprises Ivan with a visit to the zoo?

• Mack.

• Stella.

• Julia.

• Ruby.

Who took care of baby Ivan right after he was captured?

• George.

• Julia.

• Bob.

• Mack.

What is Ivan's special talent?

• Grooming.

• Chest beating.

• Art.

• Eating.

Read this sentence from page 7.

My domain is made of thick glass, rusty metal, and rough cement.

The author uses sensory language in this sentence to illustrate-

• how uncomfortable Ivan's domain is

• how Ivan feels about the jungle

• a flashback

• Stella's domain

Read this sentence from page 7.

My domain is made of thick glass, rusty metal, and rough cement.

The author uses sensory language in this sentence to illustrate-

• how uncomfortable Ivan's domain is

• how Ivan feels about the jungle

• a flashback

• Stella's domain

The information about how Stella feels about Ruby is important to the story because it reveals-

• the caring personality of Stella

• the caring personality of Ivan

• how Stella injured her foot

• how difficult it is for the animals living in small domains

By writing the story in first person point of view, Katherine Applegate (the author), is able to demonstrate-

• Ivan's thoughts and feelings

• Stella's thoughts and feelings

• Bob's thoughts and feelings

• All the character's thoughts and feelings

Who is the main character in 'The One and Only Ivan'?

• Ivan

• Stella

• Bob

• Mack

What type of animal is Ivan?

• Elephant

• Dog

• Gorilla

• Cat

What is the setting of 'The One and Only Ivan'?

• A jungle

• A zoo

• A circus

• A mall