Holes Novel Questions Trivia Quiz! Practice Test
Have you ever read the book, Holes? Could you pass a quiz about the book? Stanley finds something more interesting than fossils when they are out digging in the lakebed: a gold cylinder, which the boys think might be a bullet casing. Still, its actually a lipstick tube belonging to the outlaw, ‘Kissin Kate Barlow. This quiz will determine how very much you know regarding the book, Holes.
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How did Stanley feel about his 2nd shower at Camp Green Lake?
- A.
Awful - it was only 4 minutes long
- B.
He didn't get to take one
- C.
Great - "4 minutes of heaven"
- D.
Awful - all of the hot water ran out
Correct Answer
C. Great - "4 minutes of heaven"Explanation
Stanley felt great about his 2nd shower at Camp Green Lake because he described it as "4 minutes of heaven." This suggests that he enjoyed the shower and found it to be a positive experience.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Why was the second shower so much better than his first?
- A.
It felt great because he was much more exhausted this time
- B.
They had more hot water
- C.
No one bothered him this time
- D.
He was dirtier for the second shower than the first
Correct Answer
A. It felt great because he was much more exhausted this timeExplanation
The second shower felt better because the person was much more exhausted this time. When we are physically tired, a shower can provide a sense of relaxation and rejuvenation. The warm water can help soothe tired muscles and provide a refreshing feeling. Additionally, the person may have been looking forward to the shower after a long and tiring day, which could have enhanced their overall experience and made it feel even better.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Describe the shower building.
- A.
Tall roof
- B.
No roof
- C.
Flimsy roof
- D.
No walls
- E.
Walls were raised up six inches off the ground
- F.
No drain
- G.
Stopped up drain
- H.
Water ran out under the walls and evaporated quickly in the sun
Correct Answer(s)
B. No roof
E. Walls were raised up six inches off the ground
F. No drain
H. Water ran out under the walls and evaporated quickly in the sunExplanation
The shower building described in the given answer has no roof, meaning it is open to the elements. The walls of the building are raised up six inches off the ground, suggesting that there may be some ventilation or gaps between the walls and the floor. Additionally, there is no drain in the shower building, which could lead to water pooling inside. However, the water that does accumulate runs out under the walls and evaporates quickly in the sun, indicating that there is no standing water in the building.Rate this question:
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- 4.
There were no drains in the shower because the water evaporated too quickly for a drain to be necessary.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that if the water in the shower evaporates quickly, it means that there is no excess water accumulating that needs to be drained. Therefore, there is no need for drains in the shower as the water evaporates before it can become a problem.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In the game room, why did Stanley react to the Lump the way he did?
- A.
Stanley wanted to finally stand up to a bully
- B.
Stanley was tired
- C.
Stanley did not like the Lump
- D.
Peer pressure
Correct Answer
B. Stanley was tiredExplanation
Stanley reacted to the Lump the way he did because he was tired. This suggests that Stanley's exhaustion influenced his response to the situation in the game room.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The Lump was smaller than Stanley; he reminded him of Derrick Dunne - the bully back home.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement suggests that the Lump was smaller than Stanley and reminded him of Derrick Dunne, the bully back home. However, the correct answer is False. The reason for this is not provided in the given information, so it is unclear why the statement is false.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The Lump was bigger and tougher than Stanley.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that the Lump, whoever or whatever it may be, is both bigger and tougher than Stanley. This implies that the Lump is larger in size and possesses more strength or resilience compared to Stanley. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that the statement accurately describes the comparison between the Lump and Stanley.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Stanley wanted to fight the Lump.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement says that Stanley wanted to fight the Lump. However, there is no information provided about Stanley's desire or intention to fight the Lump. Therefore, it can be concluded that the statement is false.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who came to Stanley's rescue?
- A.
Mr. Pendanski
- B.
No one
- C.
Armpit and X-Ray
- D.
Armpit and Zero
Correct Answer
C. Armpit and X-RayExplanation
Armpit and X-Ray came to Stanley's rescue. They were his friends and helped him in a time of need.Rate this question:
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- 10.
How were the pool table and the lake similar?
- A.
They were both all wet
- B.
They were both full of holes and bumps because the pool table was so old
- C.
They weren't similar at all
- D.
They were both full of bumps and holes because so many people had carved their initials into the felt
Correct Answer
D. They were both full of bumps and holes because so many people had carved their initials into the feltExplanation
The correct answer is "they were both full of bumps and holes because so many people had carved their initials into the felt". This answer suggests that both the pool table and the lake had similar physical characteristics of being full of bumps and holes. This was because many people had carved their initials into the felt of the pool table and the lake had similar irregularities.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Why did the boys scowl at Stanley?
- A.
Because he wrote to his mother
- B.
Because he cried sometimes
- C.
Because he was scared of the lump
- D.
Because he had a bully that was smaller than him
Correct Answer
A. Because he wrote to his motherExplanation
The boys scowled at Stanley because he wrote to his mother. This suggests that the boys may have been teasing or mocking Stanley for being close to his mother or for expressing his emotions through writing. It is possible that the boys considered these actions as weak or uncool, resulting in their negative reaction towards Stanley.Rate this question:
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- 12.
Looking around at the game room and seeing how the boys reacted to him writing to his mother, Stanley thought of the boys at Camp Green Lake as:
- A.
Very mean and cruel
- B.
Nice and understanding
- C.
Reckless and unloved
- D.
Silly and confused
Correct Answer
C. Reckless and unlovedExplanation
Based on the given context, Stanley observes the boys' behavior in the game room and their reaction to him writing to his mother. This leads him to perceive the boys at Camp Green Lake as reckless, implying that they act without thinking or considering the consequences of their actions. Additionally, Stanley also perceives them as unloved, suggesting that they lack affection or care from others. These observations and interpretations of the boys' behavior shape Stanley's perception of them as reckless and unloved.Rate this question:
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- 13.
What nickname did the boys give to Stanley?
Correct Answer
CavemanExplanation
The boys gave Stanley the nickname "Caveman" because they believed he was primitive and uncivilized, just like a caveman. This nickname reflects their perception of Stanley as someone who is not sophisticated or socially adept.Rate this question:
- 14.
Stanley was offended by his new nickname.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement says that Stanley was offended by his new nickname. However, the correct answer is False, which means that Stanley was not offended by his new nickname.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Stanley did not realize that they were talking about him when they said "Caveman". Stanley felt okay about his new nickname; he thought it was better than "Barfbag".
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Stanley did not realize that they were talking about him when they said "Caveman". He felt okay about his new nickname, thinking it was an improvement compared to being called "Barfbag". This suggests that Stanley did not take offense or feel negatively about being referred to as a caveman, indicating that the statement "Stanley felt okay about his new nickname" is true.Rate this question:
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- 16.
An angry or bad tempered expression WORD BANK: intensity, evaporated, scowled
Correct Answer
scowledExplanation
The word "scowled" refers to an angry or bad tempered expression. This suggests that someone's face is contorted in a way that shows displeasure or annoyance. The other options in the word bank, "intensity" and "evaporated," do not accurately describe an angry or bad tempered expression, making "scowled" the correct answer.Rate this question:
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To turn from liquid to vapor WORD BANK: intensity, evaporated, scowled
Correct Answer
evaporatedExplanation
The word "evaporated" means to turn from liquid to vapor. This process occurs when a liquid is heated and the molecules gain enough energy to escape into the air as gas. It is a physical change where the substance changes its state from liquid to gas without any chemical reaction taking place.Rate this question:
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Forceful or extreme WORD BANK: intensity, evaporated, scowled
Correct Answer
insensity
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