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Book Title: The one and Only Ivan Total # of Pages: 302

Character’s Name: Ivan Meaning(s): Gift from God Analysis: Ivan fits his name meaning because he really is a gift from God. He helped out Mack’s business by painting. He also made Stella happy even though they were both caged up. Ivan helped out Bob too by being there for him and sharing a cage with him. In the end of the book, it had become obvious that Ivan was a gift from God because Ivan was able to get him and Ruby out of the mall.

2. Character’s Name: Stella Meaning(s): Star Analysis: Stella fits her name in many ways. One reason is that she was the star of the show that Mack ran. Another reason is how she was the best thing in Ivan’s life, his star.
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She had brought in many costumers. She also fits being precious because her presence and the life she could have motivated Ivan to get her out and give her the best life. Her life was also very precious to George and Julia. She was also a jewel and precious because she was sweet to everyone even though she barely knew them.

4. Character’s Name: George Meaning(s): Farmer Analysis: This does not fit George because he was not a farmer. However, most farmers like animals so I think George fits his name in that sense. He also doesn’t fit his name meaning because he is a janitor, not a farmer. Also, he fits his name because he also helps take care of Ivan, Stella, and Ruby, and it’s almost as if they are caged animals on a farm. Another reason it doesn’t fit him is because he lives in the city and not in the country like most farmers.

5. Character’s Name: Julia Meaning(s):

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