Loser Ch 24

Why are “three-minute dinners” the “rule” in this chapter?

• Because Zinkoff is in a hurry to get back to playing in the snow.

• Because it is a new tradition Polly started.

• Because Zinkoff's dad works nights now.

• Because they require advanced cooking techniques.

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Who is Zinkoff looking for?

• His dad

• Hector Binns

• Polly

• Claudia

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1. What makes “snow warfare” take on a “thrilling edge”?

• Ferral dogs

• Flashing police lights

• Unique challenges and strategies

• Low visibility

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What does Zinkoff do with his gloves? Why?

• Abandons them because they are wet and cold.

• Collects them as a hobby.

• Gives them to Hector Binns because he doesn't need them.

• Plays baseball with them because he doesn't have a baseball mitt.

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What are “flake-falling tents of light”?

• A type of camping gear designed for cold weather.
• A game Claudia likes to play.

• A style of painting that uses light as a medium.
• Falling snowflakes reflecting light from the street lamps.

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CHOOSE ONE:

1. ONE: Explain this metaphor: “The night is lights and eyes.” What is compared to what? What sort of tone does the metaphor create?

TWO: Reread this passage from the end of Chapter 24. What do you notice about point of view? Whose POV are we in at the beginning? How about the end? Why do you think the author decided to include this POV shift?

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