Stanley
What is Stanley Yelnats' full name?
Stanley Yelnats IV
What do flashbacks reveal about Stanley's family history?
They reveal a history of misfortune and a family curse.
What is Zero's real name?
Hector Zeroni
What is the curse placed on the Yelnats family?
The curse is that the Yelnats family will always be unlucky.
What type of camp is Camp Green Lake?
It is a juvenile detention camp for boys
What unlucky event does Stanley experience that sends him to Camp Green Lake?
He is falsely accused of stealing a pair of sneakers and sent to Camp Green Lake.
Why does the story often flash back to the history of Kissin' Kate Barlow?
To show the connection between her past and the present events of the story.
Why is Zero initially quiet and withdrawn at Camp Green Lake?
He is shy due to bullying and his struggles with learning.
Who originally cast the curse on Stanley's great-great-grandfather?
It was originally cast by Madame Zeroni on Stanley's great-great-grandfather.
Why is there no lake at Camp Green Lake?
The lake dried up many years ago, leaving a dry, flat area.
How does Stanley feel about his family's history of bad luck?
He blames it on his no good dirty rotten pig stealing great great grandfather
How do flashbacks help us understand Zero's past?
They help to explain why Zero struggles with reading and writing.
What skill does Zero show that surprises Stanley?
He demonstrates exceptional digging skills and eventually learns to read.
How does the curse affect Stanley's life?
It leads to a series of unfortunate events in his life.
What do the boys at Camp Green Lake spend their days doing?
They dig holes every day as a form of punishment and rehabilitation.
What significant item does Stanley find that belongs to Kissin' Kate Barlow?
Lipstick Tube
What is the significance of the flashback involving the curse placed on the Yelnats family?
It highlights the generational impact of the curse on the Yelnats family.
How does Zero's relationship with Stanley evolve?
They become close friends and support each other through challenges.
What actions do the Yelnats take to try to break the curse?
They try to break the curse by carrying a pig up a mountain and singing a song.
Describe the living conditions at Camp Green Lake.
The living conditions are harsh, with little food and extreme heat.
How does Stanley's character change throughout the story?
He becomes more confident, resourceful, and develops friendships.
Describe how flashbacks contribute to the overall theme of the story.
They provide context and depth to character motivations and themes.
What does Zero ultimately reveal about his own past?
He reveals that he is the descendant of Madame Zeroni and shares his family's struggles.
Discuss how the curse is resolved by the end of the story.
When Stanley carries Zero up the mountain.
What is the significance of the name "Camp Green Lake"?
he name is ironic, as there is no lake, only a dry wasteland.