Exploring Holes 15 Techniques

The video covers Chapters 24 and 25 of 'Holes' by Louis Sachar. In Chapter 24, Stanley witnesses Mr. Sir's swollen face and the tension it causes among the boys. In Chapter 25, the story shifts back in time to the tale of Sam the Onion Man and his interactions with Miss Catherine in Green Lake. Sam is known for his onion remedies and his relationship with Miss Catherine, which is frowned upon by the townspeople.

What was the first thing Stanley noticed about Mr. Sir's face?

• It was bruised and bleeding.

• It was pale and sweaty.

• It was swollen and had purple lines.

• It was covered in dirt.

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CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

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How did the other boys react to Mr. Sir's face?

• They asked him what happened.

• They ignored it and didn't say anything.

• They ran away from him.

• They laughed at him.

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What did Mr. Sir do to the boy who asked about his face?

• He ignored him.

• He explained what happened.

• He choked him and banged his head against the table.

• He laughed and walked away.

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What did Stanley do when the other boys asked him about Mr. Sir's face?

• He ignored them and walked away.

• He made up a story.

• He shrugged and didn't talk about it.

• He told them everything he knew.

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How did Mr. Sir treat Stanley during the water distribution?

• He ignored him completely.

• He wasted the water by pouring it on the ground.

• He filled his canteen properly.

• He gave him extra water.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Who was Dr. Hawthorne?

• A doctor in the town of Green Lake.

• A teacher in the school.

• A shopkeeper in the general store.

• A farmer in the town.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What did Sam the Onion Man sell?

• Fresh fruits.

• Fresh herbs.

• Fresh vegetables.

• Fresh onions.

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CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

What did Sam claim about eating raw onions?

• It would make you run faster.

• It would make you smarter.

• It would make you live to be 200 years old.

• It would make you stronger.

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What did Miss Catherine give Sam in exchange for fixing the roof?

• Fresh vegetables.

• Jars of spiced tea.

• Books.

• Money.

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What did Sam do when Miss Catherine's heart was breaking?

• He kissed her.

• He told her to eat onions.

• He ignored her.

• He walked away.

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