Character and Setting
Who is the main character?
Ivan
Why is Ruby sad when she arrives at Big Top Mall?
Because she separated from her family.
What does Ivan like to do to pass time?
He likes to draw.
What tool did Mack have to train Ruby?
The claw-stick
What does captivity mean?
B) Being stuck or held in one place
What kind of animal is Ivan?
A silver-back gorilla
Who does Ivan consider to be his family?
Stella, Ruby, and Bob.
What medium does Ivan use to create his art?
Ivan has used crayons, paint, and mud to create his art.
Why does Ruby have faith and hope in humans?
Because the village all came together and saved her from the hole she was trapped in.
Who is a journalist?
D) A professional who investigates and reports news events and information to the public
Where can you find Big Top Mall?
Off of exit 8
Who felt guilty for Ivan and Ruby's captivity in Big Top Mall?
George and Julia.
Where does Ivan hide his artwork?
He serves as a loyal friend and companion to Ivan, providing support.
Define protester.
C) An individual who publicly disagrees with a policy or decision
Who is Ivan's best friend in the story?
Stella the elephant.
What drives Ivan to continue fighting for Ruby's freedom?
His determination to fulfill his promise to Stella.
What word was written on Ivan's big painting?
Home
What event caused Ivan to care for Ruby?
Stella's death.
Define Hope.
C) Believing that good things can happen
What does Ivan promise Stella before she passes away?
To protect Ruby.
What does Ivan miss most about his life in the wild?
Ivan misses his freedom and his family.
Who discovered Ivan's painting and put the pieces together?
How does the zoo commercial affect Ivan after watching it?
It reminds Ivan of his past and reminds him of longing for freedom and the wild.
Define empathy.
B) Feeling the same way as someone else and wanting to help