Read these statements by three students who are discussing the beginning of the book Holes by Louis Sachar. Haley: How do you think Stanley feels when he first arrives at Camp Green Lake?

Micah: Based on his reactions to Mr. Sir’s directions, he is probably confused and unsure about what his life will be like at Camp Green Lake.

Kristy: I think Stanley feels lost and confused. One minute he’s going to school and the next minute he’s on a long bus ride in the middle of the desert.

In this discussion, Micah

makes sure everyone participates.
disagrees with another participant.
states facts that are in the book.
keeps the group focused on the topic.