Holes, Chapters 16-20, Grades 6

In chapters 16-20 of 'Holes' by Louis Sachar, the story delves into the harsh realities of life at Camp Green Lake, the power dynamics among the boys, and the significance of the items Stanley and the others find. Pay close attention to how the characters develop and how their relationships with one another change.

How does the dynamic between Stanley and the other boys, especially X-Ray, change in these chapters?

What significant item does Stanley find, and how does he decide to handle it? What does this decision reveal about his character?

Describe the conditions the boys face at Camp Green Lake. How do these conditions affect their behavior and relationships?

How does the history of Camp Green Lake continue to unfold, and what connections are made to the present?

Analyze how the author uses the setting of Camp Green Lake to enhance the story's themes. What role does the setting play in the development of the plot and characters?