Jack’s Story
How old was Jack when he walked through the school gates?
Four years old.
Where is the clinic that treated Jan?
In Linz, Austria.
How long did Jack’s operation take?
Several hours.
How did Jack’s parents feel when he walked again?
They were so happy.
What does “operation” mean in the text?
A medical procedure performed by doctors.
Where does Jack live?
Almondbank near Perth, Scotland
How did Jan lose his foot?
He was skiing, lost control, and hit a tree.
What did doctors say to Jack’s parents after the operation?
“We’re optimistic that your son will be able to walk.”
What did Jack’s parents say the operation meant for them?
“For his parents, a dream had come true.”
Find a phrase from the text that means “feeling positive about the future.
”“Cautiously optimistic.”
What problem had Jack been suffering from since he was born?
A serious illness that meant he was not able to walk.
What did the doctors attach to Jan’s leg?
His foot, which had been cut off just below the ankle.
Who helped raise money for Jack’s operation?
Friends and the local community.
How did Jan’s parents feel after the surgery?
They were very happy.
Which verb tense is used in “Jack had been suffering”?
Past Perfect Continuous.
How much money did Jack’s parents need for the operation?
$60,000.
How long did the operation take?
Ten hours.
Who gave Jan first aid after his accident?
Some people who were watching the race.
How did Jan’s friends react to the accident?
They were shocked and had to get medical treatment.
What word is used for the hospital where Jack’s operation happened?
“A special clinic in Missouri.”
Where did the operation take place?
At a special clinic in Missouri, USA.
What did doctors tell Jan’s parents after the operation?
They were optimistic that he would be able to walk and lead a normal life.
How was Jan taken to the hospital?
By helicopter.
How did Jack’s parents and the community help him before the operation?
They worked hard and collected money together.
What does the word “wheelchair” refer to in the story?
The thing Jack will never need to use again.