Stanley and Zero's Challenges

Stanley is angry at himself and others, reflecting on his decision to let Zero dig for him. He considers going after Zero, who has disappeared, and devises a plan to negotiate with the warden. Despite his efforts, Zero remains missing, and Stanley faces the warden and counselors, who plan to erase Zero's records.

Why is Stanley angry at himself?

• He couldn't find water.

• He lost his shovel.

• He argued with the Warden.

• He let Zero dig part of his hole.

Who did Stanley NOT blame for his anger?

• Mr. Podenski

• The Warden

• Zero

• His great-great-grandfather

What does Stanley consider doing after Zero leaves?

• Talking to the Warden

• Digging another hole

• Going after Zero

• Leaving the camp

Why does Stanley decide not to go after Zero?

• He doesn't want to leave the camp.

• He believes it's too late.

• He is afraid of the Warden.

• He thinks Zero will return.

What idea does Stanley come up with to help Zero?

• Find water on God's Thumb

• Dig a new hole

• Run away from the camp

• Make a deal with the Warden

What is Stanley's concern about making a deal with the Warden?

• He might get into more trouble.

• Zero might not agree.

• The Warden might not listen.

• He might lose his shovel.

What does Stanley hope to achieve by making a deal with the Warden?

• Escape the camp

• Find a treasure

• Get a reward

• Protect Zero

What does Stanley think about the Warden's reaction to his deal?

• She will agree.

• She will be angry.

• She might scratch him too.

• She will ignore him.

What does Stanley hope Zero has found?

• A new camp

• God's Thumb

• A way to escape

• A hidden treasure

Why does Stanley think Zero might find God's Thumb?

• He saw it in a dream.

• The Warden told him about it.

• His great-grandfather found it.

• Zero has a map.