Camp Green Lake Knowledge Assessment

Camp Green Lake, once a large lake in Texas, is now a dry wasteland. The camp is for boys who have committed crimes, where they dig holes daily in the hot sun as a form of rehabilitation. The environment is harsh, with high temperatures and little shade. Wildlife such as rattlesnakes and scorpions are common, but the most dangerous are yellow-spotted lizards. The camp is run by a warden who owns the only shade. Stanley Yelson, a boy from a poor family, is given a choice between jail and the camp.

What was Camp Green Lake known for over 100 years ago?

• A famous mountain

• A bustling city

• A large forest

• The largest lake in Texas

What is the current state of Camp Green Lake?

• A snowy landscape

• A bustling town

• A dry flat wasteland

• A lush green park

What is the temperature like during the summer at Camp Green Lake?

• Below freezing

• Around 95° in the shade

• Mild and pleasant

• Extremely cold

Where is the only shade found at Camp Green Lake?

• Near the campfire

• In the middle of the lake

• Under the warden's hammock

• Inside the cabins

Who owns the hammock at Camp Green Lake?

• The camp director

• The local wildlife

• The warden

• The campers

What is a good rule to remember about rattlesnakes and scorpions?

• They are always aggressive

• They are only active at night

• If you don't bother them, they won't bother you

• They are harmless

What do rattlesnakes and scorpions find under rocks?

• Food

• Water

• Shade

• Shelter

What is the consequence of being bitten by a scorpion at Camp Green Lake?

• Immediate death

• A day or two of recovery

• No effect

• Permanent injury

What is the most dangerous creature at Camp Green Lake?

• Scorpion

• Rattlesnake

• Wild boar

• Yellow-spotted lizard

What happens if you are bitten by a yellow-spotted lizard?

• You will recover quickly

• You will die a slow and painful death

• You will need immediate medical attention

• You will become immune to other bites