Characters & Names
It's a nickname that was given to Stanley.
Caveman
The boys at the camp get very thirsty from the hot, dry, conditions of Camp Green Lake.
human vs. nature
Why is Stanley at Camp Green Lake?
He was accused of stealing sneakers
Who started the curse on the Yelnats family?
Stanley's great-great grandfather or Elya
Her eyes are as cold as ice. Explain what is being described and compared.
Simile
She runs Camp Green Lake. She treats the boys harshly and wants them to find the treasure.
The Warden
The townspeople kill Sam for loving Miss Kate.
Human vs. Society
Describe the weather at Camp Green Lake.
Desert, very hot, dry, never rains
Explain how Zero and Stanley help each other at camp. How do the other campers feel about this?
Stanley helps Zero learn to read and write while Zero digs his holes. The boys are not happy that Stanley gets "a break".
The sun laughed at Zero as he tried to find a place to get some shade. Explain what is being described and compared.
Personification
The name do the boys in Tent D calls Mr. Pendanski? Why do they call him this?
Mom- he looks out for the boys and they make fun of him for it
Stanley is wrongly accused and convicted of a crime.
How big do the holes at Camp Green Lake have to be?
five feet wide and five feet deep
Where do Stanley and Zero go after they run away? How do they survive?
God's Thumb- they live off onions and water
The Warden is a lion when someone disrespects her. Explain what is being described and compared.
Metaphor
____ and ____ are characters from the past. They fell in love and their romance ends tragically.
Sam and Miss Kate
Zero is homeless and has to survive on the streets- the weather is cold and rainy.
Human vs. Nature
What state is Camp Green located in?
Texas
What snack is Mr. Sir always eating and who gets in trouble for stealing it?
Sunflower seeds, Stanley
Stanley and Zero were as quiet as mice when they returned to camp. Explain what is being described and compared.
Simile
What is Zero's real name?
Hector Zeroni
Stanley wants to find Zero but he's afraid to leave camp and what might happen to them both.
Human vs. Self
What is the name of the dangerous animal at Camp Green Lake? Why is it dangerous? What did this animal NOT bite Zero and Stanley?
Yellow-spotted lizard- poisonous and can kill you.
The lizards don't like the smell or taste of onions and the boys had eaten them for days.
Explains what happens to Miss Kate and who she becomes.
Kate is heartbroken and angry after Sam is killed. She becomes Kissin Kate- outlaw and steals treasures.
The suitcase thanked Stanley and Zero for finally finding it. Explain what is being described and compared.
Personification