The One and Only Ivan Quiz

What is the meaning of the term 'chest beat' as used in the story?

• A type of food gorillas eat

• A way gorillas greet each other

• A sound made by gorillas to intimidate opponents

• A dance move performed by gorillas

How does Ivan describe the way humans use words?

• They use them to communicate effectively

• They use them to sing songs

• They waste them like banana peels

• They use them sparingly and wisely

What does Ivan say about the connection between great apes?

• They are all the same species

• They are distant and distrustful cousins

• They have no connection at all

• They are all friendly and live together

Where does Ivan live?

• In a zoo

• In a jungle

• In a forest

• At the Exit 8 Big Top Mall and Video Arcade

Who are Ivan's closest friends at the mall?

• A lion and a tiger

• Stella the elephant and Bob the dog

• A parrot and a monkey

• A rabbit and a chicken

What does Ivan think about the human visitors at the mall?

• They are always angry

• They are excellent hunters

• They are clever but lousy hunters

• They are very quiet and reserved

What does Ivan say about the circus show at the mall?

• It stays in one place like an old beast

• It features only human performers

• It travels from town to town

• It is the largest circus in the world

What does Ivan wish he could do to pass the time?

• Read stories

• Play video games

• Watch television

• Paint pictures

What is the main reason Ivan does not perform tricks?

• He doesn't know any tricks

• Max says it's enough for him to be himself

• He is too lazy

• He is too old

What does Ivan think about the humans' shopping habits?

• They never buy anything

• They hunt frantically and always come back for more

• They are very organized

• They buy only what they need