Holes by Lois Sachar: Comprehension Questions Chapters 21 - 30

Identify what Stanley finds after Zero's disappearance

Stanley shares his remaining water and ______ with Zero to help him regain strength.

How do Stanley and Zero use their reward money?

• They donate it to charity
• They use it to improve their families' lives
• They invest it in a business venture
• They waste it on unnecessary things

How does Stanley find Zero?

• Stanley stumbles upon Zero while climbing the mountain
• Zero calls out for help
• Stanley sees Zero's footprints in the sand
• Zero is waiting for Stanley at the top of the mountain

The chapter begins with the protagonist, Stanley Yelnats, waking up and realizing that ____ has run away from Camp Green Lake.

What lessons can be learned from Stanley and Zero's journey?

• The importance of perseverance and loyalty
• The importance of giving up easily
• The importance of avoiding challenges
• The importance of dishonesty and betrayal

Stanley discovers a canteen with the initials ______ engraved on it.

What impact does the discovery in the desert have on the story?

• It provides insight into Stanley's past
• It introduces a new character named Madame Zeroni
• It reveals the connection between Stanley's family history and the history of Camp Green Lake
• It explains the curse that has affected Zero's family for generations

How does the chapter begin?

• Stanley discovers a hidden treasure
• Stanley wakes up and realizes Zero has run away
• Stanley starts his journey to find Zero
• Stanley finds a note from Zero

How do Stanley and Zero make it back to Camp Green Lake?

• They encounter a group of friendly campers who offer them a ride back in their truck
• They find a shortcut through the desert
• They hitchhike with a truck driver
• They walk back on foot