Characters
What is Stanley's nickname?
Caveman
Why is Stanley sent to Camp Green Lake?
He was found holding Clyde Livingston's shoes.
What is the point of view of the story?
The story is being told by an omniscient narrator; a narrator who knows everything
What is Camp Green Lake?
A juvenile detention center
What is Mr. Pendanski's nickname?
Mom
What is Theodore's nickname?
Armpit
What do the campers do all day at the camp?
They dig holes; 5 feet wide by 5 feet deep
What is the conflict so far?
Stanley struggles to survive the severe people and conditions at Camp Green Lake.
Where is Camp Green Lake?
Texas
What special ingredient is in the Warden nail polish?
Rattlesnake venom
Who is "Kissin Kate" Barlow?
She stole Stanley's great-grandfather's money
What is the reward if the campers find something special?
They get the rest of the day off
Who is the protagonist of the book?
Stanley Yelnats
What are the three types of animals found in Camp Green Lake?
Scorpions, rattlesnakes, yellow-spotted lizards
Who is Myra Menke?
The girl Elya wanted to marry
Who is the gypsy with one leg that gave a pig to Stanley's great-grandfather?
Madame Zeroni
What deal do Stanley and X-Ray make?
If Stanley finds something special, he must give it to X-Ray
Stanley
What is the significance of how the campers line up to get water?
It shows their status in the camp; those who have been there for a longer time.
What are three adjectives to describe yellow-spotted lizards?
11 yellow spots, white tongue, black teeth
What is Clyde's nickname and why?
Sweet feet; he was the fastest runner in baseball.
Who is to blame for the curse of Stanley's family?
Stanley's great-great grandfather, Elya Yelnats
What does Stanley find in his hole?
A gold tube with the initials KB in a heart.
Why is it impossible to escape from the camp?
It is the only place with water for more than 100 miles; they would not survive.
What is the reason why Mr. Pendanski says that children are digging holes?
To build character
Who is the unofficial leader of Tent D and what is his real name?
X-Ray; Rex