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What is a static character?
Basic character that remains the same from start to finish of the book. All his or her actions stay true and unchanged to his/her personality.
Stanley was convicted of a crime that he did not commit.
character vs. society
Who is the antagonist?
The Warden
Describe Zero from Holes and describe their traits as well as how they impact the plot of the book. Are they static or dynamic? Flat or round? Why?
Zero initially perceived as a silent, unimportant character, Zero is later revealed to have a rich backstory. His intelligence, resilience, and friendship with Stanley add depth to his personality, making him a round character as well as a dynamic character.
What was Stanley's nickname at camp?
Caveman
What is a flashback?
Foreshadowing is a literary device in which a writer gives an advance hint of what is to come later in the story.
The boys struggled with digging their holes because the sun was incredibly hot.
character vs. nature
Why did zero fill the bottom of their hole with rocks?
Zero fills the bottom of the hole with rocks because he didn't want the water to mix with the mud.
Describe the Warden from Holes and describe their traits as well as how they impact the plot of the book. Are they static or dynamic? Flat or round? Why?
The Warden, while menacing and central to the plot, her character is mostly defined by her greed and ruthless behavior, with little exploration of her inner life or growth which makes her flat and static.
Who does Stanley's fmaily say is the cause of their bad luck?
What is a flat character?
Elya was in love with Myra Menke, but he could not compete with Igor's offer of his fattest pig.
character vs. society
Explain Stanley and Zero's plan.
Stanley and zero's plan is to hide in the holes until everyone was asleep, and then they would find the treasure and live a better life.
Describe Mr. Sir from Holes and describe their traits as well as how they impact the plot of the book. Are they static or dynamic? Flat or round? Why?
Mr. Sir's personality revolves around his tough, sarcastic demeanor and addiction to sunflower seeds. He doesn’t evolve or reveal much depth. This makes him flat and static.
Why did the Warden say that they dug holes at Camp Green Lake?
It builds character
What is an antagonist?
In literature a character, or a group of characters, which stands against the protagonist or “rival.” It is common to refer to an antagonist as a villain who the hero fights against.
Stanley and Armpit get into a fight when Stanley calls him by his real name.
character vs. character
What does the Warden plan on telling Stanley's family?
She plans on telling Stanley's family that he ran away and fell in a hole filled with yellow spotted lizards and died.
Describe Kate from Holes and describe their traits as well as how they impact the plot of the book. Are they static or dynamic? Flat or round? Why?
Kate Barlow (Kissin' Kate Barlow) appears through flashbacks, her transformation from a kind schoolteacher to a vengeful outlaw is explored, showcasing her complexity and motivations. This makes her round and dynamic.
What did Camp Green Lake ultimately become once it was closed down?
A girl scout camp
What is a dynamic character?
Experience changes throughout the plot of a story. They learn from his or her encounters, experiences, and his mistakes as well as other characters.
Elya Yelnats thought the journey up the mountain everyday was too hard.
character vs. self
Why is it Zero’s fault that Stanley was arrested?
Zero was the one who stole the shoes from clyde livingston.
Describe Stanley from Holes and describe their traits as well as how they impact the plot of the book. Are they static or dynamic? Flat or round? Why?
Stanley is the protagonist who is dynamic and a round character. He starts as a shy, overweight boy with low self-esteem but grows into a confident, resourceful individual through his journey at Camp Green Lake. His background, thoughts, and transformation make him a complex character.
What two things were named Mary Lou?
A donkey and a boat.