Character Actions and Decisions in Literature

The chapter describes a day at Camp Green Lake, focusing on Zigzag's claimed birthday and the ensuing events. Zigzag cuts the breakfast line, leading to tension among the boys. Stanley reflects on his time at the camp and the number of holes he has dug. Zigzag taunts Stanley about Zero digging his holes, leading to a confrontation and fight. The Warden intervenes, questioning the boys and ending the reading lessons. Zero rebels against Mr. Pendanski, hitting him with a shovel and declaring his hatred for digging holes.

What reason does Zigzag give for cutting in the breakfast line?

• He is feeling sick.

• It's his birthday.

• He is in a hurry.

• He has extra chores.

How does Stanley try to calculate the date?

• By counting the days since he arrived.

• By asking Zero.

• By asking Mr. Sir.

• By checking a calendar.

What does Zigzag suggest Stanley should use if Zero doesn't dig fast enough?

• A stick.

• A whip.

• A whistle.

• A bell.

What does Mr. Pendanski tell Stanley to do during the confrontation with Zigzag?

• Run away.

• Ignore Zigzag.

• Hit Zigzag back.

• Call for help.

How does Zero intervene during the fight between Stanley and Zigzag?

• He talks to the Warden.

• He pulls Zigzag away.

• He runs away.

• He calls for help.

What does the Warden decide about the reading lessons?

• They should continue.

• They should be supervised.

• They should be moved indoors.

• They should stop.

What action does Zero take against Mr. Pendanski?

• He argues with him.

• He runs away.

• He hits him with a shovel.

• He apologizes.