Holes Novel Chapter 6 Trivia Questions Quiz
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What do you know about Chapter 6 in Holes? There is a story behind the sneakers that Clyde Livingston, the famous baseball player, had donated to a homeless shelter. Stanley was accused of stealing these sneakers for his father’s project. It isn’t true, but he is sent away anyway. Livingston came to his trial, and he wasn’t so keen on Stanley’s defense. Take this quiz and see how much you know about Chapter 6 in Holes.
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What were the showers like at Camp Green Lake?
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Room temperature
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Cold
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Burning hot
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5 minutes long
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Water shut off automatically
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Slimy
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4 minutes long
Correct Answer(s)
B. Cold
E. Water shut off automatically
G. 4 minutes longExplanation
The showers at Camp Green Lake were cold, as indicated by the option "cold" in the given choices. Additionally, the water shut off automatically, which suggests that there was a time limit for showering. This is supported by the option "water shut off automatically" in the choices. Lastly, the showers were 4 minutes long, as stated in the option "4 minutes long".Rate this question:
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- 2.
Stanley was repulsed by the food at Camp Green Lake.
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True
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False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement "Stanley was repulsed by the food at Camp Green Lake" is not true. There is no information provided about Stanley's reaction to the food at Camp Green Lake, so it cannot be determined whether he was repulsed by it or not. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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How did Stanley feel about the food that first night? How do you know?
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Fine - it was a fine cooked meal
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Terrible - he had never seen such disgusting food
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Fine - Stanley had never been one to leave food on his plate, no matter how it tasted
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Terrible - he threw it up after eating
Correct Answer
C. Fine - Stanley had never been one to leave food on his plate, no matter how it tastedExplanation
Stanley felt fine about the food that first night because he had never been one to leave food on his plate, no matter how it tasted. This suggests that even though the food may not have been exceptional, Stanley still ate it without complaint.Rate this question:
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What had Stanley supposedly done to be sent to Camp Green Lake?
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Kidnapping a famous baseball player
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Stealing a pair of sneakers that belonged to a bully at school
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Running away from home
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Stealing a pair of sneakers that belonged to Clyde Livingston
Correct Answer
D. Stealing a pair of sneakers that belonged to Clyde LivingstonExplanation
Stanley was supposedly sent to Camp Green Lake for stealing a pair of sneakers that belonged to Clyde Livingston. This action suggests that Stanley committed theft by taking someone else's property without permission. The fact that the sneakers belonged to Clyde Livingston, who is described as famous, implies that the theft had significant consequences and attracted attention. This act of stealing may have been seen as a serious offense, leading to Stanley's punishment of being sent to the camp.Rate this question:
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What did Stanley think of Clyde Livingston?
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Stanley did not know who Clyde was before the sneaker incident
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Clyde was Stanley's hero, he thought very highly of him
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Stanley despised Clyde and thought he was a horrible person
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Stanley was jealous of Clyde
Correct Answer
B. Clyde was Stanley's hero, he thought very highly of himExplanation
Stanley thought very highly of Clyde Livingston, considering him as his hero.Rate this question:
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What did Clyde think of Stanley?
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Clyde was jealous of Stanley
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Stanley was Clyde's hero, he thought very highly of him
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Clyde despised Stanley and thought he was a horrible person
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Clyde was jealous of Stanley
Correct Answer
C. Clyde despised Stanley and thought he was a horrible personExplanation
Clyde despised Stanley and thought he was a horrible person. This can be inferred from the statement that Clyde despised Stanley, indicating a strong negative feeling towards him. Additionally, the phrase "thought he was a horrible person" further emphasizes Clyde's negative opinion of Stanley.Rate this question:
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What was supposed to happen to the old sneakers?
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They were supposed to be recycled
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They were to be auctioned off to raise money for the homeless
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They were to be destroyed that afternoon
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They were a gift for Clyde's mother
Correct Answer
B. They were to be auctioned off to raise money for the homelessExplanation
The old sneakers were intended to be auctioned off in order to raise funds for the homeless. This suggests that the sneakers were in good enough condition to be sold and that the proceeds from the auction would be used to support those in need.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What did Stanley's cot smell like?
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Sour milk
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Vomit
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Roses
- D.
Meat and stewed vegetables
Correct Answer
A. Sour milkExplanation
The given answer, "sour milk," suggests that Stanley's cot had a smell similar to that of spoiled or sour milk. This implies that the cot had a unpleasant and off-putting odor.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Back at home, there was a bully named Derrick Dunne; who was smaller than Stanley and would taunt and humiliate Stanley all the time.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that there was a bully named Derrick Dunne who would taunt and humiliate Stanley at home. This implies that the statement is true, as it confirms the existence of a bully and their behavior towards Stanley.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Stanley tried to handle the bullying situation by complaining to his teachers.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Stanley's attempt to handle the bullying situation by complaining to his teachers is confirmed to be true. This implies that he took the initiative to seek help from his teachers in order to address the issue of bullying.Rate this question:
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What did the teachers do whenever Stanley made complaints about the bully?
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They reported the complaints to the principal
- B.
They called the bully's mother
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They scheduled a parent-teacher conference
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They never took the complaints seriously, and some teachers even found it amusing
Correct Answer
D. They never took the complaints seriously, and some teachers even found it amusingExplanation
The teachers did not take Stanley's complaints seriously and some even found them amusing. This suggests that the teachers did not address the issue of bullying and did not take any action to stop it.Rate this question:
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- 12.
On the day Stanley got arrested, there were a series of events that led up to the arrest. The first was, Stanley missing the bus. Why had Stanley missed the bus that day?
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He was being fussed at by teachers after school
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Stanley was in the restroom retrieving his notebook from the toilet
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Derrick locked Stanley in a locker
- D.
Stanley felt like it was a nice day for a walk, so he missed the bus on purpose
Correct Answer
B. Stanley was in the restroom retrieving his notebook from the toiletExplanation
The reason Stanley missed the bus that day was because he was in the restroom retrieving his notebook from the toilet.Rate this question:
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- 13.
How did Stanley get the sneakers?
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Derrick planted them in Stanley's backpack to get him in trouble
- B.
They were given to him by a homeless man
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They fell from the sky on his walk home
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He bought them for his dad to recycle
Correct Answer
C. They fell from the sky on his walk homeExplanation
Stanley got the sneakers because they fell from the sky on his walk home.Rate this question:
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At that time, did Stanley know the sneakers belonged to Clyde Livingston?
- A.
Yes - he was so excited that they belonged to his hero
- B.
Yes - he was going to sell them for so much money
- C.
No - he took a pair of sneakers hitting him on the head as a sign and ran home
- D.
Maybe - he suspected they might belong to someone important, but wasn't sure
Correct Answer
C. No - he took a pair of sneakers hitting him on the head as a sign and ran homeExplanation
Stanley did not know that the sneakers belonged to Clyde Livingston. Instead, he interpreted the incident of the sneakers hitting him on the head as a sign and quickly ran home. This suggests that he did not have any prior knowledge or indication that the sneakers belonged to his hero.Rate this question:
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What did Stanley do that probably looked suspicious to the police?
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He had been running
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He had already gotten into trouble with the police before
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He dressed like a bad boy
- D.
He didn't have a lawyer
Correct Answer
A. He had been runningExplanation
Stanley's act of running is likely to have appeared suspicious to the police. Running can often be interpreted as an attempt to evade or escape from something, which could have raised suspicions about his intentions or involvement in a potential crime or illegal activity.Rate this question:
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Although Stanley's family wanted him to have a lawyer for the trial, they just couldn't afford one.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement says that Stanley's family wanted him to have a lawyer for the trial, but they couldn't afford one. This implies that Stanley did not have a lawyer for the trial, which contradicts the statement. Therefore, the correct answer is False.Rate this question:
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Stanley didn't have a lawyer for trial. His family could not afford one. His mother insisted that he didn't need a lawyer, he just needed to tell the truth.
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True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given answer is true because the passage states that Stanley did not have a lawyer for his trial because his family could not afford one. Additionally, his mother believed that he did not need a lawyer and just needed to tell the truth. This implies that Stanley went to trial without legal representation, confirming the statement that he did not have a lawyer.Rate this question:
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The Judge described Stanley's crime as "despicable". Why do you think he considered this crime so terrible?
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Because stealing is wrong
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Because Stanley is just a kid
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Because the shoes belonged to someone famous
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Because the shoes belonged to someone famous and were to be auctioned off for a good cause
Correct Answer
D. Because the shoes belonged to someone famous and were to be auctioned off for a good causeExplanation
The Judge considered Stanley's crime as "despicable" because the shoes belonged to someone famous and were supposed to be auctioned off for a good cause. This suggests that the crime not only involved stealing, which is inherently wrong, but also that it had consequences beyond personal gain. The fact that the shoes were meant to be auctioned off for a good cause implies that the crime disrupted the potential positive impact that the auction could have had. Therefore, the Judge likely considered it a terrible crime due to the combination of theft and the harm caused to the charitable cause.Rate this question:
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Entertaining or pleasing WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, auctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
amusingExplanation
The word "amusing" is the correct answer because it means something that is entertaining or pleasing. It is likely the best fit for the given word bank, as the other options do not have the same meaning. The word "court" refers to a legal setting, "prospect" means a possibility or potential, "testify" means to give evidence in court, "donate" means to give something for free, "retrieve" means to get something back, "coincidence" means a random occurrence, "auctioned" means sold to the highest bidder, and "lawyer" refers to a legal professional. Therefore, "amusing" is the most suitable option.Rate this question:
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Something expected WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, auctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
prospectExplanation
The word "prospect" refers to a potential or likely future event or possibility. In the given word bank, all the other words do not match the meaning of "prospect". "Court" is a place where legal proceedings take place, "testify" means to give evidence in court, "donate" means to give something for free, "amusing" means entertaining or funny, "retrieve" means to get something back, "coincidence" means a random event that happens by chance, "auctioned" means to sell something to the highest bidder, and "lawyer" is a legal professional. Therefore, "prospect" is the only word that fits the given context.Rate this question:
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A person who practices or studies law. WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, auctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
lawyerExplanation
A lawyer is a person who practices or studies law. They provide legal advice, represent clients in court, and advocate for their rights. Lawyers are knowledgeable about the legal system and use their expertise to interpret and apply laws to specific cases. They may specialize in various areas of law such as criminal, civil, corporate, or family law. Their role is to provide legal guidance and representation to individuals or organizations in legal matters.Rate this question:
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A tribunal presided over by a judge. WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, aunctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
courtExplanation
A court is a legal institution where trials and hearings take place, presided over by a judge. It is a formal setting where legal disputes are resolved, and individuals involved in the case, such as lawyers and witnesses, present their arguments and evidence. The judge ensures that the proceedings adhere to the law and makes decisions based on the evidence and arguments presented. The word "court" accurately describes the setting and function of a tribunal presided over by a judge.Rate this question:
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To give money or goods for a good cause WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, auctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
donateExplanation
The word "donate" means to give money or goods for a good cause. It is an act of generosity where individuals or organizations contribute to a charitable or philanthropic cause. This could involve donating money to support a charity, giving goods to those in need, or providing resources for a specific cause or organization. The act of donating is voluntary and aimed at making a positive impact on society or helping those who are less fortunate.Rate this question:
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To submit testimony in court WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, auctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
testifyExplanation
The word "testify" is the correct answer because it directly relates to the action of submitting testimony in court. Testifying refers to giving evidence or making a statement under oath in a legal setting. The other words in the word bank do not have a direct connection to the given context of submitting testimony in court.Rate this question:
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A public sale in which goods or property are sold to the highest bidder WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, aunctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
auctionedExplanation
The correct answer is "auctioned". An auction is a public sale where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder. It is a process where interested buyers compete by offering higher prices until the highest bid is reached, and the item is then sold to that bidder. The word "auctioned" accurately describes this process of selling goods or property through an auction.Rate this question:
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The remarkable concurrence of events or circumstances without any connection WORD BANK: court, prospect, testify, donate, amusing, retrieve, coincidence, auctioned, lawyer
Correct Answer
coincidenceExplanation
A coincidence refers to the remarkable concurrence of events or circumstances without any connection. It is a situation where two or more events happen at the same time or in a similar manner, but there is no apparent reason or cause for their correlation. Coincidences are often seen as surprising or unexpected, as they seem to defy the odds or logic. In this context, the given word "coincidence" accurately describes the phenomenon of unrelated events occurring simultaneously or in a way that seems unlikely.Rate this question:
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