14 Questions
What is the narrator's mom good at drawing?
Fairies and mermaids
What is the reason the narrator hasn't gone to school until now?
Because he has had many surgeries
Why did the narrator initially not want to go to school?
Because he didn't want to be different from other kids
When was the narrator's last surgery?
Eight months ago
What has the narrator had to deal with frequently since birth?
Having surgeries
Why were the narrator's parents worried about sending him to school?
He got sick a lot
What is the narrator's current situation regarding surgeries?
He probably won't have another surgery for a couple of years
What is the narrator's mom's occupation?
Illustrator for children's books
How does the narrator feel about going to school now?
He's really scared, but also a little excited
What does the narrator think his mom is too busy to do?
Draw pictures for children's books
Who are the narrator's friends?
Christopher, Zachary, and Alex
What did the narrator's mom try to draw for him once?
Darth Vader
What grade is the narrator going to start?
Fifth grade
What is the narrator's current situation with his health?
He's much stronger
Read about the author's personal experience of having to overcome health challenges, including multiple surgeries, and how it has affected their education. Learn about their courage and determination to start school finally. Take this quiz to test your understanding of the author's story.
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