Understanding Holes: A Quiz

What is the name of the main character in "Holes"?

• Zero

• Stanley Yelnats

• Mr. Sir

• Kate Barlow

Where is Camp Green Lake located?

• In the mountains

• In a desert

• Near a river

• In a forest

What is the main activity that the boys at Camp Green Lake are required to do?

• Fishing

• Hiking

• Digging holes

• Building cabins

What is the reason Stanley is sent to Camp Green Lake?

• He stole a pair of shoes

• He got into a fight

• He failed his classes

• He ran away from home

Who is the warden of Camp Green Lake?

• Mr. Pendanski

• Mr. Sir

• Ms. Walker

• Mr. Yelnats

What is the nickname of Hector Zeroni?

• Caveman

• Armpit

• Zero

• X-Ray

What does Stanley find while digging that leads to a significant discovery?

• A gold coin

• A fossil

• A lipstick tube

• A map

What is the significance of the name "Yelnats"?

• It is a palindrome

• It is a famous explorer's name

• It means "lucky" in another language

• It is a common name in the story

What is the curse that affects Stanley's family?

• They always lose money

• They have bad luck

• They cannot leave their hometown

• They are allergic to peaches

Who is the author of "Holes"?

• J.K. Rowling

• Louis Sachar

• Roald Dahl

• Suzanne Collins