Vocabulary
This word means the quality of being fair and reasonable; giving people what they deserve.
A) Fairness
B) Equality
C) Justice
D) Morality
C. Justice
This theme is shown when Stanley is punished for a crime he didn’t commit.
Justice/Injustice
What’s ironic about its name?
There’s no lake, and nothing is green
The desert landscape symbolizes this internal journey.
Characters’ struggles and search for redemption
Name two lessons Stanley learns this about friendship.
It can help break cycles and bring strength.
Bonds with Zero reveal the transformative power of loyalty
This word refers to treating people equally and making decisions without favoritism or discrimination.
A) Fairness
B) Justice
C) Balance
D) Equity
A) Fairness
This theme is clear when Stanley’s great-great-grandfather breaks his promise, and his descendants continue to suffer bad luck because of it.
Historical impact on present
Natural dangers like lizards and heat represent this. (Name 2 thinngs)
Harsh conditions / danger / death
The lizards symbolize this.
Death and danger
This theme involves facing challenges bravely.
Courage
Which TWO words best describe judging someone unfairly before knowing them?
A) Prejudice
B) Bias
C) Fairness
D) Equality
A. Prejudice
B. Bias
This moment reflects which TWO themes: Stanley chooses to help Zero dig holes even though it risks punishment.
Fate vs. Choice, Power of friendship
Under the Warden’s watchful eye, boys spend their days digging holes in this brutal environment filled with heat and natural dangers.
Camp Green Lake
Orange jumpsuits and digging holes symbolize this.
Punishment and control
The story shows how this can be broken over time through change.
Cycles of injustice / family curses
Which TWO words best match the result or impact of an action?
A) Punishment
B) Consequence
C) Reaction
D) Repercussion
B) Consequence, D) Repercussion
This theme is best reflected when Stanley breaks the family curse by making a different choice than his ancestor, proving that history can be changed.
Fate vs. Choice
Why was Camp Green Lake originally a town?
Because there used to be a lake over 100 years ago
The lack of rain mirrors this part of the boys’ lives.
Hopelessness or emotional barrenness
Which theme is connected to “standing up for others”?
Friendship and courage
Which TWO words best connect to Stanley’s experience at Camp Green Lake and the book’s core themes? Explain Why.
A) Prejudice
B) Justice
C) Fairness
D) Consequence
A) Prejudice, D) Consequence
(He faces unfair treatment due to prejudice, and deals with consequences tied to his family’s past.)
Give one example from the story that shows injustice.
Open-ended (e.g., Stanley being punished for a crime he didn’t commit)
What might the dry wasteland symbolize?
Hopelessness, punishment, lack of life
Which core theme from Holes is best shown by how past actions influence Stanley’s current situation at Camp Green Lake?
(a) Justice and injustice
(b) Power of friendship
(c) Historical impact on present
(d) Fate versus choice
Give one real-life lesson we can learn from Holes.
Open-ended (e.g., injustice can be overcome, friendship is powerful)