Holes 1-7

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    The name "Camp Green Lake" is ironic because the place is not a camp, it is not green, and there is no lake.

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This quiz titled 'Holes 1-7' tests knowledge on the novel 'Holes' by Louis Sachar. It assesses understanding of key plot elements and characters' backgrounds, focusing on irony, character fates, and historical legacies relevant to the storyline.

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  • 2. 

    No one runs away because the camp is the only place with water for over a hundred miles.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the camp is the only source of water within a hundred-mile radius. This implies that anyone who needs water would have no choice but to stay at the camp, as running away would mean risking dehydration. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 3. 

    Stanley is said to have gotten into trouble because of his no-good-dirty-rotten-pig-stealing-great-great-grandfather.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Stanley got into trouble because of his great-great-grandfather's actions. This implies that the actions of his ancestor had a direct impact on Stanley's life, leading to trouble. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct.

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  • 4. 

    The boys call Mr. Pendanski "Dad".

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the boys do not call Mr. Pendanski "Dad". In the story, Mr. Pendanski is one of the camp counselors at Camp Green Lake, and the boys refer to him by his last name, Pendanski. They do not have a familial relationship with him and therefore do not call him "Dad".

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  • 5. 

    Stanley felt like he was digging his own grave.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The phrase "digging his own grave" is an idiom that means someone is doing something that will lead to their own downfall or harm. In this context, Stanley feels like he is making choices or taking actions that will have negative consequences for him in the future. Therefore, the statement "Stanley felt like he was digging his own grave" is true.

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  • 6. 

    If you are bitten by a yellow-spotted lizard, you will get the afternoon off by the warden and an extra shower before the next day.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    There is no logical or reasonable connection between being bitten by a yellow-spotted lizard and getting the afternoon off and an extra shower. This statement is likely a fictional or exaggerated claim, and therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 7. 

    Stanley's mom gave him a phone so they could keep in touch.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement says that Stanley's mom gave him a phone so they could keep in touch. However, the correct answer is False because the statement does not provide any evidence or context to support this claim. It is possible that Stanley's mom did not give him a phone, or they already had other means of communication to keep in touch. Without further information, we cannot assume that the statement is true.

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  • 8. 

    The pair of sneakers Stanley stole belonged to Clyde "Sweet Feet" Livingston.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Stanley stole a pair of sneakers that belonged to Clyde "Sweet Feet" Livingston. This implies that Stanley committed the act of theft and took ownership of someone else's sneakers. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 9. 

    X-Ray, Squid, Magnet, Armpit, and Zigzag are Stanley's tent mates.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement is true. X-Ray, Squid, Magnet, Armpit, and Zigzag are Stanley's tent mates.

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  • 10. 

    Stanley used to bully Derrick Dunne.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Stanley used to bully Derrick Dunne, but the correct answer is False. This means that Stanley did not bully Derrick Dunne.

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  • 11. 

    Mrs. Bell embarrassed Stanley by using him as an example during a class about ratios.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement "Mrs. Bell embarrassed Stanley by using him as an example during a class about ratios" suggests that Stanley was put in an uncomfortable or humiliating situation by being singled out in front of the class. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 12. 

    X-Ray claimed his shovel was shorter than the rest.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    X-Ray claimed his shovel was shorter than the rest. This statement is true because X-Ray made a claim that his shovel was shorter than the others. We can assume that there were other shovels present, and X-Ray specifically stated that his shovel was shorter than those. Therefore, the statement is true.

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  • 13. 

    Laundry was done every three days. On that day his work clothes would be washed.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that laundry was done every three days, and on those days, the person's work clothes would be washed. Therefore, it can be inferred that the answer is true, as it aligns with the information provided.

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  • 14. 

    Myra did not know who she would prefer to marry.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement implies that Myra is uncertain about her preference for a potential spouse. This suggests that she has not made a decision or formed a clear opinion on the matter. Therefore, the correct answer is "True" as it accurately reflects the uncertainty in Myra's preference for marriage.

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  • 15. 

    Zero was the first one to finish digging his hole.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Zero was the first one to finish digging his hole. Since there is no information given about any other person finishing their hole before Zero, it can be inferred that Zero indeed finished first. Therefore, the answer is true.

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  • 16. 

    The first Stanley Yelnats, Stanley's great-grandfather, had made a fortune in the medicine business.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the passage does not mention anything about Stanley Yelnats' great-grandfather making a fortune in the medicine business.

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  • 17. 

    Mr. Sir has so many sunflower seeds because he is on a diet.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Mr. Sir has many sunflower seeds because he is on a diet. However, this does not necessarily mean that the statement is true. The reason for Mr. Sir having many sunflower seeds could be unrelated to his diet. Therefore, the correct answer is False, as the statement does not provide enough evidence to support the claim.

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  • 18. 

    Madame Zeroni advised Elya to forget about Myra and move to England.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Madame Zeroni did not advise Elya to forget about Myra and move to England. In the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar, Madame Zeroni actually advised Elya to carry her up a mountain and sing a song to her every day in order to break the curse that was placed on their family. There is no mention of Madame Zeroni advising Elya to forget about Myra or move to England. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 19. 

    Kate Barlow never kissed the men she killed.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Kate Barlow, a character, never kissed the men she killed. The correct answer is "False" because in the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar, it is revealed that Kate Barlow, also known as "Kissin' Kate," would kiss the men she killed as a way to leave her mark and seek revenge for the death of her lover. This act of kissing the men she killed became her signature, making the statement false.

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  • 20. 

    Stanley accepted a ride back from Mr. Pendanski.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Stanley did not accept a ride back from Mr. Pendanski. In the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar, Stanley's family does not have a car, so he walks to and from Camp Green Lake every day. Mr. Pendanski is one of the counselors at the camp, but Stanley never accepts a ride from him. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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  • 21. 

    Stanley's great-great-grandfather was named Elya Yelnats and he was born in Turkey.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because the question states that Stanley's great-great-grandfather was named Elya Yelnats and he was born in Turkey. However, in the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar, it is mentioned that Stanley's great-great-grandfather was named Elya Yelnats and he was born in Latvia, not Turkey.

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  • 22. 

    Because Elya didn't carry the pig up the mountain one last time, his pig was not as heavy as Igor's.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that Elya did not carry the pig up the mountain one last time, which implies that Elya's pig was not as heavy as Igor's. However, the correct answer is False. The statement does not provide any information about the weight of Elya's pig compared to Igor's. Therefore, we cannot conclude that Elya's pig was not as heavy as Igor's based on the given information.

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  • 23. 

    Sarah asked Elya to teach her the pig lullaby.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given answer "True" is correct because the statement clearly states that Sarah asked Elya to teach her the pig lullaby. This implies that Sarah indeed requested Elya's help in learning the lullaby, making the statement true.

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  • 24. 

    Stanley did not spit into his hole.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Stanley did not spit into his hole. Since the answer is "False," it means that Stanley actually did spit into his hole. Therefore, the correct answer indicates that the statement is not true, and Stanley did spit into his hole.

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  • 25. 

    Breakfast is served at 5:30 A.M.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement states that breakfast is served at 5:30 A.M. The correct answer is False. This means that breakfast is not served at 5:30 A.M.

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  • 26. 

    Elya fell in love with a woman who could push a plow, milk a goat, and think for herself.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that Elya fell in love with a woman who possessed qualities such as physical strength (pushing a plow), practical skills (milking a goat), and independence of thought. This implies that Elya's love interest was not only capable of performing traditional domestic tasks but also had a strong personality and the ability to think independently. Therefore, the correct answer is True.

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  • 27. 

    Elya looked for Madame Zeroni's daughter when he went to America.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Elya did not look for Madame Zeroni's daughter when he went to America. In the book "Holes" by Louis Sachar, it is mentioned that Elya went to America to find a better life and forgot to fulfill his promise to Madame Zeroni. He did not go to America specifically to search for her daughter. Therefore, the statement is false.

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  • 28. 

    Mr. Pendanski says there really is only one rule at the camp: Don't upset Mr. Sir.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The correct answer is False. This is because Mr. Pendanski's statement is not accurate. While it is true that Mr. Sir is a strict and easily angered person, there are other rules at the camp besides just not upsetting him. The camp has various rules and regulations that the campers are expected to follow, and not upsetting Mr. Sir is just one aspect of maintaining order at the camp.

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  • 29. 

    Stanley wanted to show his first complete hole to someone because he was proud.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Stanley's desire to show his first complete hole to someone indicates that he felt a sense of accomplishment and pride in his achievement. This suggests that the statement is true, as it aligns with the notion that Stanley wanted to share his achievement with others.

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  • 30. 

    Mr. Pendanski tells Stanley he can remember his name with the following words: pen, dance, ski.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Mr. Pendanski tells Stanley that he can remember his name with the words "pen, dance, ski." This statement is false because Mr. Pendanski actually tells Stanley that he can remember his name with the words "pen, dance, ski, and Y." The addition of the letter "Y" is crucial in this memory technique.

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