Holes Novel Chapter 11 Trivia Quiz Questions!

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1. Stanley agreed to the favor X-Ray asked of him.

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The given statement suggests that Stanley agreed to the favor asked by X-Ray. This implies that Stanley willingly accepted and agreed to fulfill the request made by X-Ray. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that Stanley indeed agreed to the favor asked of him.

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Holes Novel Chapter 11 Trivia Quiz Questions! - Quiz

What do you understand about the book Holes by Louis Sachar? Stanley Yelnets has unjustly been sent to Camp Green Lake. Stanley and the other boys at the... see morecamp ground learn the value of hard work by digging holes all day. There was no lake like the boy wished, but rather a desert with holes. Take this quiz and see how much you know about the book Holes. see less

2. What did X-Ray say to Stanley right after that?

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The correct answer is "You're a good guy, Caveman." This is evident from the given dialogue where X-Ray addresses Stanley as "Caveman" and compliments him by saying he is a good guy. The statement indicates that X-Ray considers Stanley as a trustworthy and reliable friend.

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3. What was X-Ray's reasoning for asking Stanley to do that?

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X-Ray's reasoning for asking Stanley to do that is because he had been at Camp Green Lake for over a year and felt that he deserved a day off.

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4. A person who leads or commands a group WORD BANK:  leader, pig Latin, accepted, remarkable, senseless

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A leader is a person who leads or commands a group. They are responsible for guiding and directing the group towards a common goal or objective. Leaders possess qualities such as vision, charisma, and the ability to inspire and motivate others. They make decisions, provide guidance, and set an example for others to follow. A leader plays a crucial role in the success and effectiveness of a team or organization.

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5. Stanley did not expect to find anything interesting, because he had never been lucky.

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So far, he has thought this about himself throughout the story.

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6. What happened as a result of Stanley finding the fossil?

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As a result of Stanley finding the fossil, X-Ray asked that Stanley give him the next interesting thing he finds. This suggests that X-Ray values Stanley's ability to find interesting objects and wants to benefit from it by receiving any future discoveries. This also implies that Stanley's finding of the fossil has gained him some recognition and respect among the group.

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7. Regard favorably or with approval WORD BANK:  leader, pig Latin, accepted, remarkable, senseless

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To "accept" something means to regard it favorably or with approval. This word implies that someone is open-minded and willing to embrace or agree with something. It suggests that the person is willing to take in or acknowledge something as valid or true. In this context, the word "accepted" is the correct answer because it aligns with the meaning of regarding favorably or with approval.

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8. After that day, Stanley hated his nickname: the Caveman.

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He appreciates the nickname now more than he did before.

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9. Armpit, along with all of the other boys, would do anything X-Ray asked of them.

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X-Ray = the ring leader!

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10. Lacking common sense WORD BANK:  leader, pig Latin, accepted, remarkable, senseless

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The word "senseless" means lacking common sense or being without any logical or reasonable basis. It implies that something is irrational, absurd, or foolish. In the given context, "senseless" is used to describe a situation or behavior that defies logic or reason. The other words in the word bank do not convey the same meaning as "senseless," making them incorrect choices.

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11. How did Stanley feel about Mr. Pendanski turning down his fossil?

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Stanley felt confused about Mr. Pendanski turning down his fossil.

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12. Although Stanley was disappointed by Mr. Pendanski refusing to take the fossil to the Warden, in the end, Stanley still felt it was still a fair decision.

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Stanley found it unfair!

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13. What do you think Stanley's fantasy means?

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Stanley's fantasy means that he perceives the CGL as his friends and feels accepted by them. This suggests that Stanley has developed a strong bond with the people at CGL, feeling loved and included in their community. He may find comfort and a sense of belonging in this fantasy, which helps him cope with his current situation. It implies that Stanley values the relationships he has formed at CGL and sees them as a source of support and acceptance.

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14. A made-up language formed from English by transferring the initial consonant or consonant cluster of each word to the end of the word by adding a covalic syllable WORD BANK:  leader, pig Latin, accepted, remarkable, senseless

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The given correct answer is "pig Latin." Pig Latin is a made-up language formed from English by transferring the initial consonant or consonant cluster of each word to the end of the word and adding a covalic syllable. In Pig Latin, "leader" becomes "eaderlay," "accepted" becomes "accepteday," "remarkable" becomes "emarkableray," and "senseless" becomes "enselesssay."

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15. X-Ray explained that the reason he got his nickname is because the word X-Ray is pig latin for "can see clearer than day".

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Pig latin for "too blind to find anything"

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16. At this point, how did Stanley feel about agreeing to X-Ray's favor?

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Stanley felt glad about agreeing to X-Ray's favor because he believed that it was more important to maintain a positive image in X-Ray's eyes rather than taking the day off. He prioritized X-Ray's opinion of him and wanted to be helpful to him, which made him feel glad about his decision.

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17. At first, who did Stanley think was the biggest in the group?

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Stanley thought Armpit was the biggest in the group.

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18. What did Stanley find remarkable about Derrick Dunne (the bully back home) and the boys at CGL?

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Stanley found it remarkable that Derrick Dunne would be scared of the boys at CGL. This suggests that the boys at CGL must possess some qualities or reputation that would intimidate someone like Derrick Dunne. It implies that the boys at CGL are likely to be powerful, formidable, or respected in some way, making Derrick Dunne fearful of them.

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19. Why was it surprising that X-Ray was the leader of the group?

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It was surprising that X-Ray was the leader of the group because, besides Zero, he was the smallest. This suggests that physical size was not the determining factor for leadership, as one would typically expect a larger and stronger individual to take on that role. It implies that X-Ray possessed other qualities or skills that made him a suitable leader, which was unexpected given his small stature.

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20. Why was Stanley confused by this?

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Stanley was confused because Mr. Pendanski had described the fossil as "interesting." This suggests that Stanley had a different expectation or understanding of what the fossil should be like. He may have thought that the fossil was valuable or significant in some way, but Mr. Pendanski's description contradicted his expectations, leading to confusion.

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21. At this point, Stanley would be satisfied with "Barfbag" as his nickname.

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He was just happy to have a nickname and feel accepted as a member of the group.

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22. After careful thought, who did Stanley realize was the biggest one out of all of them?

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Stanley realized that himself was the biggest one out of all of them. This implies that Stanley came to the realization that he was the most significant or important person among the group. This could be due to a newfound sense of self-awareness or recognition of his own capabilities and potential.

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23. Worthy of attention WORD BANK:  leader, pig Latin, accepted, remarkable, senseless

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The word "remarkable" means something that is worthy of attention or deserving of notice. It implies that whatever is being described is notable or extraordinary in some way. In this context, the word "remarkable" suggests that the subject being discussed possesses qualities or characteristics that stand out and make it deserving of attention or recognition.

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24. What did Stanley fantasize about while digging?

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Stanley fantasized about the boys at CGL coming to his school and standing up to the bullies over there. This suggests that Stanley was hopeful for support and protection from his friends at CGL, envisioning them as a source of strength to confront the bullies in his school. This fantasy reflects Stanley's desire for empowerment and the end of his victimization, as he imagines a scenario where the boys at CGL would defend him and stand up against the bullies in his school.

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Stanley agreed to the favor X-Ray asked of him.
What did X-Ray say to Stanley right after that?
What was X-Ray's reasoning for asking Stanley to do that?
A person who leads or commands a group...
Stanley did not expect to find anything interesting, because he had...
What happened as a result of Stanley finding the fossil?
Regard favorably or with approval...
After that day, Stanley hated his nickname: the Caveman.
Armpit, along with all of the other boys, would do anything X-Ray...
Lacking common sense...
How did Stanley feel about Mr. Pendanski turning down his fossil?
Although Stanley was disappointed by Mr. Pendanski refusing to take...
What do you think Stanley's fantasy means?
A made-up language formed from English by transferring the initial...
X-Ray explained that the reason he got his nickname is because the...
At this point, how did Stanley feel about agreeing to X-Ray's...
At first, who did Stanley think was the biggest in the group?
What did Stanley find remarkable about Derrick Dunne (the bully back...
Why was it surprising that X-Ray was the leader of the group?
Why was Stanley confused by this?
At this point, Stanley would be satisfied with "Barfbag" as...
After careful thought, who did Stanley realize was the biggest one out...
Worthy of attention...
What did Stanley fantasize about while digging?
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