Holes - Chapters 21-22 Quiz

What nearly happens to Stanley while he is thinking about his great-grandfather's story?

Question Answer Choices He nearly gets caught by Mr. Sir. He nearly steps on a rattlesnake. He nearly falls into a deep hole. He nearly gets lost in the desert.

Why is Stanley not as worn out as usual after digging his hole?

Question Answer Choices Because he used a special shovel. Because he drank extra water. Because Zero dug most of his hole. Because he took breaks more often.

What does Stanley realize about the initials K.B. on the gold tube?

Question Answer Choices They might stand for Kevin Brown. They might stand for Kissin' Kate Barlow. They might stand for King Barlow. They might stand for Katherine Bell.

What does Zero offer to do in exchange for reading lessons from Stanley?

Question Answer Choices Teach Stanley how to dig faster. Help Stanley find water in the desert. Work on Stanley's hole for an hour every day. Share his food with Stanley.

What story does Stanley think about while walking back to his hole?

Question Answer Choices His father inventing a cure for foot odor. His great-grandfather being robbed by Kissin' Kate Barlow and surviving in the desert. His mother finding a new job. His best friend winning a sports competition.

How does Stanley feel about being alone with Mr. Sir on the dry lake bed?

Question Answer Choices He does not mind being alone with Mr. Sir. He feels safe with Mr. Sir. He is excited to talk to Mr. Sir. He does not want to be alone with Mr. Sir.

Why does Stanley think Zero is naturally good at math?

Question Answer Choices Because Zero can solve complex equations quickly. Because Zero automatically knows there are fifty-two letters in the alphabet. Because Zero knows all the multiplication tables. Because Zero can count to one hundred without mistakes.

Why does Stanley feel stranded?

Question Answer Choices He is more scared of Mr. Sir than the desert weather. He is lost and can't find his way back. He is afraid of the other boys at camp. He doesn't have enough water to drink.

Why does Zero help Stanley dig his hole?

Question Answer Choices Because Stanley did not steal the sunflower seeds and Zero knows Stanley did not commit the crime that got him sent to camp. Because Zero feels guilty for a past mistake and wants to make amends. Because Zero is trying to impress the Warden and get a lighter workload. Because Zero wants to befriend Stanley and gain his trust.

What does Stanley realize about the gold tube he found in his hole?

Question Answer Choices It was a piece of treasure from a pirate. It was a lipstick tube that might have belonged to Kissin' Kate Barlow. It was an ancient artifact from a lost civilization. It was a tool used by the camp staff.