The One and Only Ivan: Key Concepts

The video lesson introduces 'Ivan's Story', an adaptation of Katherine Applegate's novel 'The One and Only Ivan'. It covers Ivan's life from his birth in the wild, his capture, adaptation to human life, and eventual life in a circus. The lesson also provides insights into the author's background and achievements. Students are given assignments to reinforce their understanding.

What is the main theme of Ivan's story?

• A gorilla's life in the wild

• A gorilla's adaptation to human life

• A gorilla's journey to the circus

• A gorilla's friendship with humans

Who is the author of 'The One and Only Ivan'?

• Roald Dahl

• Katherine Applegate

• Dr. Seuss

• J.K. Rowling

What award did Katherine Applegate win for 'The One and Only Ivan'?

• Booker Prize

• Newbery Medal

• Caldecott Medal

• Pulitzer Prize

Where did Ivan spend 27 years of his life?

• In a circus

• In a human home and a mall

• In a zoo

• In the wild

What was Ivan's original name?

• Rocky

• Tag

• Silver

• Mud

How do gorilla babies get their names?

• Randomly chosen by the family

• At birth

• After observing their behavior

• Based on their appearance

What is a group of gorillas called?

• A herd

• A troop

• A pack

• A clan

What happened to Ivan and his sister Tag?

• They were lost in the forest

• They were captured by humans

• They were adopted by another gorilla family

• They escaped to a zoo

Who took care of Ivan after he was captured?

• A wildlife rescuer

• A zookeeper

• Mac and Helen

• A circus trainer

What did Ivan do to adapt to human life?

• Learned to speak

• Wore human clothes

• Lived in a treehouse

• Became a circus performer