What is the problem in loser by Jerry Spinelli?

Answer 1

LOSER

This story is About a Boy named Donald Zinkoff and his family Polly Zinkoff , (His little sister)and Mr. and Mrs. Zinkoff(his parents)Donald is a very outgoing and energetic kind of kid;he doesn't care what people think about him until one day he realizes that sometimes what people think of him does matter and maybe it even matters a lot.Donald Zinkoff is a funny boy. He is so ignorant of the world. All he cares for is his love for school.Other kids have their own way to describe him,but he's to busy to hear it.He doesnt even know he's not like everyone else.Donald Zinkoff has always been the nerd of the school. He is unathletic and a little weird but nice. Donald has always dreamed of becoming a mailman like his father.

There are winners everywhere, the sidewalks, the backyards, the alleyways, the playgrounds,except for Zinkoff. He never wins,but he doesn't even notice it. Zinkoff is like all kids; running, playing, riding his bike, Hoping for snow days, wanting to be like his dad when he grows up,but he isn't like other kids; raising his hand with all the wrong answers and falling down with laughter over a word like "Jabip." Donald Zinkoff will make you chuckle.

I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars.

Answer 2

In "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli, the problem revolves around the main character, Donald Zinkoff, facing constant rejection and ridicule from his peers due to his differences in behavior and abilities. He struggles to find acceptance and friendship while staying true to his own unique personality.

Answer 3

It is a realistic story but it is also a FICTIONAL story. So this book is Realistic Fiction!

Answer 4

The main conflict in Loser is that Donald is unaccepted by his peers.

Answer 5

Young adult fiction is the Genre of this book.

Answer 6

Realistic fiction

Answer 7

a small town