What does Bob usually do while Ivan is sleeping?
Sleeps on Ivan’s stomach or chest.
Does Ivan think he is sad? Why or why not?
No, he says he’s not sad—just used to his life.
Where does Ivan live?
He lives in a glass domain at a mall.
How does Ivan feel about humans?
He thinks they are not so different from animals but waste words.
What does Stella say “old age” is?
A powerful disguise.
What is the difference between being alone and being lonely, according to Ivan?
Being alone is a fact, but being lonely is a feeling—and he’s used to being alone.
Where does Bob sleep?
On Ivan’s chest.
What does Ivan say about his cage?
He says it’s small but he’s used to it.
How does Stella pass the time when she’s bored?
She tells stories.
What kind of animal is Ivan?
He is a gorilla.
Why is memory important to Stella?
It helps her survive and remember she is more than just a performer.
Why does Bob say he is “free”?
Because he chooses not to have an owner and lives on his own terms.
What does Ivan say about remembering things?
He says it's hard to remember his life before the mall.
Who are Ivan’s two best friends?
Stella and Bob.
What does Ivan like to do in his cage?
He likes to draw pictures.
Who is Mack?
The man who owns the mall and takes care of Ivan.
What do the animals think about humans overall?
They have mixed feelings—some humans are kind, but most are careless or cruel.
What does Stella remember?
She remembers life in the circus and her past.
What is a silverback gorilla?
A grown male gorilla with silver hair on his back.
Why does Ivan say people waste words?
Because they talk too much and say things that don’t matter.
What kind of art does Ivan make?
Simple pictures of bananas, apples, and what he sees.
Where did Stella live before the mall circus?
She was in another circus where she was chained and made to perform tricks.
What injury does Stella have that never healed?
A sore foot.
What does Ivan say about being lonely?
He says he is used to being alone.
Who is Julia?
The daughter of the mall janitor.
What does Julia give Ivan?
Art supplies like paper and crayons.
Who is the main character in the story?
Ivan.
What does Stella want Ivan to do with his memories?
Remember them so he won’t lose who he is.
Why does Ivan like to draw?
It makes him feel calm and helps him express himself.
What do people sometimes give Ivan to draw with?
Crayons, paper, and sometimes paint.
What does Ivan do to pass the time?
He draws.
What kind of animal is Bob?
a dog.
What is your first impression of Ivan?
(Varies) Example: He is thoughtful, quiet, and kind.
What does Ivan eat?
Bananas, apples, and other fruits.
What kind of animal is Stella?
An elephant.