Whose Perspective?
Who is the narrator of Ball Hawk?
Mitchell
What does the following quote tell us about Mitchell's perspective? " I stink"
Mitchell feels frustrated and thinks he's bad at baseball.
How does the author develop Mitchell's perspective?
By showing his thoughts and feelings through first-person narration.
How are Mitchell's and Mom's perspectives different?
Mitchell struggles with baseball while Mom wants him to keep playing.
Who believes Mitchell should continue playing baseball?
Mom
Which detail helps us understand Mom's perspective?
She wants Mitchell to play because baseball connects him to his father.
How does the author help readers understand Mom's perspective even though she is not the narrator?
Through Mitchell's descriptions of her beliefs, memories, and actions.
Why do Mitchell and Mom view baseball differently?
Mitchell focuses on his struggles, while Mom connects baseball to Mitchell's father.