Plot & Events
What happens to Camp Green Lake when a storm approaches?
The sky darkens, thunder and lightning appear, but rain does not fall on the camp.
Who is Stanley's friend who helps him dig holes?
Zero
What does feeble mean?
Weak or lacking physical strength
What is a claim in an argument?
A statement of what you believe or are trying to prove.
What does agency mean?
The ability to make choices and take action that influences what happens.
Why do the boys become upset with Stanley?
Zero is digging part of Stanley's hole.
Which character frequently insults Zero and questions his intelligence?
Mr. Pendanski
What does parched mean?
Extremely dry or very thirsty
Name the three parts of the Evidence Sandwich.
Claim, Evidence, and Explanation.
What does the word lurched mean?
Moved suddenly or jerkily, often without control.
What does Zero do after Mr. Pendanski insults him?
He hits Mr. Pendanski with a shovel and runs away.
Who is the outlaw whose treasure Trout Walker wants to find?
Kissin' Kate Barlow
What does delirious mean?
Confused or unable to think clearly, often because of illness, heat, or exhaustion.
What does it mean for evidence to be specific?
It includes precise, detailed information that supports the claim.
Why is the Warden's decision to erase Zero's records important?
It shows the adults' disregard for Zero's safety and their desire to avoid responsibility.
What does the Warden order the adults to do after Zero disappears?
Erase Zero's records and pretend he was never at Camp Green Lake.
Why does Mr. Pendanski believe no one will search for Zero?
He says Zero has no family and is a ward of the state.
What is a mirage?
An optical illusion, often making something such as water appear to be present in the distance.
Which is stronger evidence that a school offers many activities: 'The school has fun things' or 'The school offers over 15 extracurricular activities'?
The second statement, because it gives a specific, measurable detail.
What is a vacancy?
An empty or unoccupied space or position.
What curse does Kissin' Kate Barlow place on Trout Walker and his family?
He, his children, and his children's children will dig for her treasure for the next hundred years.
How does Stanley show loyalty and agency after Zero runs away?
He decides to search for Zero rather than simply obey the adults at camp.
What does systematic mean?
Done in an organized, planned, step-by-step way.
A student claims Stanley is loyal. Which is stronger evidence: 'Stanley is a good boy' or 'Stanley leaves camp to look for Zero'? Explain.
Stanley leaves camp to look for Zero, because this specific action demonstrates loyalty.
Make an Evidence Sandwich supporting the claim 'Stanley is a loyal friend.'
Claim: Stanley is loyal. Evidence: He leaves camp to search for Zero. Explanation: Stanley risks his own safety because he cares about his friend.