'You may go to jail or you may go to Camp Green Lake'. Why does the judge say this to Stanley?
Because the Judge wanted him to have a choice.
What is a 'Hammock'?
It is like a swing.
Who is Stanley Yelnats?
He is the main character in the book.
Stanley Yelnats was given a choice to go to Camp Green Lake. Why did he go there?
He was innocent of the crime he was convicted. He was in the wrong place at the wrong time.
What does 'Descendant' mean?
A person, plant, or animal that is descended from a particular ancestor.
What is a 'Buzzard'?
A large hawklike bird of prey.
What does 'Stranded' mean?
Left without the means to move from somewhere.
Who went to Camp Green Lake and what did they do there?
Boys who are sent to jail. They dig holes all day under the sun for punishment. To build character.
What does 'Coincidence' mean?
A situation which is not planned or expected.
Did Stanley go to Camp before?
It is the first time he went to camp.
What does 'Desolate' mean?
unhappiness or loneliness.
What does 'Tease' mean?
To make fun of someone.
Who did Stanley's family blame for everything that went wrong? Why?
His no good dirty rotten pig stealing great great grandfather.
What was Camp Green Lake like?
There was no lake, no trees and very dry/barren
What does 'Scarcity' mean?
A very small supply.
Do you think bad people should be punished? Can you think of different solutions?
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What is a 'Curse'?
A supernatural power to harm or punish someone or something.
What does 'Wasteland' mean?
A land that can not be used.
What was the worst thing to be bitten by and why?
A yellow spotted lizard. It kills you instantly.
What is a 'Blister'?
An area on the skin that contains liquid and has been caused by an injury.
What does 'Violation' mean?
Breaking a law
What does 'Arrest' mean?
To take (someone) by legal authority and take them into custody.