The Holes Flashcards
What is the name of the main character in “Holes”?
Stanley Yelnats
Why does Stanley go to Camp Green Lake?
He is falsely accused of stealing a pair of sneakers.
What is the punishment at Camp Green Lake?
The boys are forced to dig holes in the desert.
What does Stanley discover while digging his hole?
A gold tube and a lipstick tube with the initials “KB.”
Who is the antagonist in the book?
The Warden (also known as “Ms. Walker”).
What is the nickname given to Stanley at Camp Green Lake?
“Caveman”
Who is Stanley’s closest friend at the camp?
Zero (Hector Zeroni)
What is the significance of the yellow-spotted lizards in the book?
They are venomous creatures feared by the boys.
What is the curse mentioned in the book?
It originated from Stanley’s great-great-grandfather, Elya Yelnats, breaking a promise to Madame Zeroni.
What is the connection between Stanley’s family and Camp Green Lake?
Stanley’s family has a historical connection to the area.
What is the secret the boys uncover while digging holes?
They discover a buried treasure.
Who is the author of the book within the story?
Charles “Trout” Walker
What is the significance of the onions in the book?
Eating onions is believed to bring good luck and break a curse.
What happens to Zero when he runs away from the camp?
He gets lost in the desert.
How do Stanley and Zero survive in the desert?
They find refuge on God’s Thumb and eat wild onions.
What is the truth about Kate Barlow, the outlaw mentioned in the book?
She was a schoolteacher turned outlaw after her love interest, Sam, was killed.
Who is Mr. Pendanski in the book?
He is one of the counselors at Camp Green Lake.
What is the secret behind the Warden’s obsession with digging holes?
She is searching for the treasure that Kissin’ Kate Barlow buried.
What is the significance of the gold tube found by Stanley?
It contains valuable objects that connect to the buried treasure.
What happens when Stanley and Zero return to Camp Green Lake?
They find the treasure and expose the truth about the Warden.
What does Stanley do with the treasure at the end of the book?
He sends it to his lawyer to clear Zero’s name.
How does the author portray the theme of friendship in the book?
Through the growing bond between Stanley and Zero.
What is the role of the character X-Ray in the book?
He manipulates the group and plays a significant role in the story’s events.
How does the author explore the theme of fate in the book?
Through the interwoven stories and connections between characters.
What is the resolution of the book’s main conflict?
Stanley and Zero find the treasure and expose the Warden’s crimes.
What is the importance of the setting, Camp Green Lake, in the book?
It provides a harsh and challenging environment that shapes the characters.
What is the transformation Stanley undergoes in the book?
He gains physical strength, self-confidence, and a sense of justice.
What role does Stanley’s family history play in the book?
It establishes a connection to the curse and the events at Camp Green Lake.
How does the author use flashbacks to tell the story in the book?
Flashbacks provide historical context and reveal important details.
What is the significance of the camp’s name, Camp Green Lake?
The camp’s name is ironic as there is no lake but rather a dried-up wasteland.
