Zinkoff's Experiences and Realizations

In Chapter 13 of 'Loser' by Jerry Spinelli, Zinkoff faces a challenging period as he undergoes surgery and recovers at home. His mother sets up an alarm system using his baby sister Polly to prevent him from sneaking out to school. Zinkoff struggles with waiting and inactivity, which he dislikes intensely. He uses his imagination to cope with boredom, viewing his brain as a moving part. During his recovery, he contemplates the concept of time and experiences the sadness of waiting, longing for school to come to him.

What significant change happens in Andrew's life at the beginning of the chapter?

• He gets a new pet.

• He wins a competition.

• He starts a new school.

• He moves to a new house.

What medical procedure does Zinkoff undergo?

• Appendectomy

• Heart surgery

• Stomach valve correction

• Knee surgery

How does Zinkoff's mother prevent him from sneaking out to school?

• By taking him to work with her

• By hiring a babysitter

• By setting up an alarm system

• By locking him in his room

What is Zinkoff's attitude towards waiting?

• He is indifferent to it.

• He enjoys it.

• He finds it relaxing.

• He hates it.

What does Zinkoff do to cope with his boredom during recovery?

• He reads books.

• He watches TV all day.

• He stares out the window.

• He plays video games.

What realization does Zinkoff have about time?

• Time is a gift.

• Time is valuable.

• Time is endless.

• Time is emptiness.

What does Zinkoff decide to do since he cannot attend school?

• He decides to watch TV.

• He decides to sleep more.

• He decides to bring school to himself.

• He decides to play all day.