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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapters 17, 18, and 19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Stanley have a harder time digging the second day?
(a) His muscles are sore.
(b) Stanley didn't get much sleep.
(c) Stanley missed breakfast.
(d) There are yellow-spotted lizards at the dig site.

2. Why doesn't X-Ray inspect the fossil Stanley found?
(a) He doesn't like Stanley.
(b) He wanted the day off and is disappointed.
(c) He feels stupid.
(d) He can't see well.

3. Who does Mr. Pendanski say the boys have to blame for being at camp?
(a) Their parents.
(b) Bad luck.
(c) The failed judicial system.
(d) Themselves.

4. What does Mr. Pendanski say is the one real rule at Camp Green Lake?
(a) Dig fast and steady.
(b) Stay away from the snakes.
(c) Don't speak unless spoken to.
(d) Don't upset the warden.

5. What does Stanley refer to the camp as when he writes his mother?
(a) Camp come-on-and-get-me-outa-here.
(b) Camp Aaaaaaaa!.
(c) Camp laugh-a-lot.
(d) Camp fun and games.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does X-Ray do for Stanley when the boys return from digging in the evening on the day the warden appears?

2. Who does the warden pair Stanley with?

3. What happens when Stanley finishes his first hole?

4. What does Stanley notice when he sees the boys line up for water?

5. Why does Stanley's family not go to court to defend Stanley?

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