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What do humans do with words?
Waste them. They toss them like banana peels and leave them to rot.
What animal does Ivan compare humans to?
Chimps
How big is Ivan?
400 pounds of power
Who is Mack?
Boss at the mall
Who are Ivan's closest friends?
Stella and Bob
What is Ivan's domain made of?
Thick glass, rusty metal, and rough cement.
What is on the wall of Ivan's domain?
Jungle scene; waterfall without water, trees without roots, flowers without scent
What is precious to silverbacks?
Anger
Who gave Ivan his stuffed toy gorilla?
Julia
Why does he call the stuffed animal "Not Tag"?
Because Tag was his twin sister
What does Ivan draw?
Things in his cage
Why did the little boy cry?
He said Ivan must be the loneliest gorilla in the world.
What does Ivan watch on TV?
Cartoons
What does Bob the dog watch on TV?
Professional bowling and cat food commercials
How long has Ivan been in his domain?
9,855 days
What food do both Stella and Ivan like?
Yogurt raisins
What were Stella's bracelets?
Chains, shackles
What does Stella say about old age?
It's a powerful disguise.
How much does a silverback eat each day?
45 pounds of food
Bob is a stray. What does that mean?
He doesn't have a permanent address.
How did Bob get into Ivan's Domain ?
A space where the glass was broken.
Where does Bob sleep?
On Ivan's belly
Why does Mack call Ivan Picasso?
Because Ivan draws
What subjects does Julia like?
Science and Art
Who gave Bob his name?
Julia