Character Reactions and Events in Holes

Stanley is awakened by Squid's crying at night. The next day, he reflects on the camp's racial dynamics and the boys' dangerous nature. A sunflower seed incident occurs, leading to a confrontation with Mr. Sir, who accuses Stanley of stealing the seeds. Stanley takes the blame and is taken to the warden.

What initially wakes Stanley up at night?

• Mr. Sir's voice

• A loud thunderstorm

• Squid crying

• An animal noise

How does Squid respond when Stanley asks if he's okay?

• He starts laughing

• He ignores Stanley

• He says he's fine

• He admits he's scared

What nickname do the boys give Stanley?

• Zero

• Magnet

• Squid

• Caveman

What is Stanley thankful for at the camp?

• The food

• The friendly staff

• The lack of racial problems

• The comfortable beds

What does Magnet offer to the boys?

• Water

• Soda

• Candy

• Sunflower seeds

Why does Stanley think there will be trouble with the sunflower seeds?

• They belong to the warden

• They are too salty

• Mr. Sir will notice

• They are expired

What happens to the sunflower seeds when they reach Stanley?

• They spill into his hole

• He eats them all

• He shares them with Zero

• He throws them back

How does Mr. Sir react when he sees the spilled seeds?

• He helps clean up

• He ignores it

• He gets angry

• He laughs it off

What does Stanley do when Mr. Sir asks about the seeds?

• He runs away

• He admits to stealing them

• He stays silent

• He blames Zigzag

What does Mr. Sir decide to do after the seed incident?

• Punish all the boys

• Give Stanley extra work

• Ignore the situation

• Take Stanley to the warden