Ivan

Based on the chapter title artists (page 15) and the picture the reader can infer that the chapter will contain information about -

• famous artists around the world

• Ivan learning and enjoying to draw

• Ivan drawing a beetle

• me-balls

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

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

Read these sentences about Ivan from page 42, titled sorry.

I'm sorry I called those children slimy chimps.

My mother would be ashamed of me.

The author wrote them to demonstrate-

• that Ivan has feelings

• that Ivan is a cruel, selfish gorilla

• that Ivan loves to throw me-balls at children

• that all children are messy

What does Ivan give to Bob before he leaves?

• A banana.

• His tire swing.

• His art supplies.

• His stuffed animal Not-Tag.

Who surprises Ivan with a visit to the zoo?

• Mack.

• Stella.

• Julia.

• Ruby.

What does Ivan think about his picture on the billboard?

• He loves it.

• He's never seen it. 

• He thinks the artist is the best in the world. 

• He thinks the artist got it wrong.

What is the primary theme explored in the story of Ivan?

• Friendship and loyalty

• Adventure and exploration

• Mystery and suspense

• Science and technology

Which literary device is predominantly used in Ivan's narrative to convey his emotions?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Personification

• Imagery

In the context of Ivan's story, what does the term 'domain' refer to?

• His natural habitat

• His enclosure at the mall

• His family

• His favorite place in the jungle