Ball Hawk

Question

by Joseph Bruchac

In which two ways does the hawk contribute to the plot?

Group of answer choices

It teaches a lesson Mitchell can apply to baseball.

It represents the memories of Mitchell’s home run.

It catches Mitchell’s ball during the baseball game.

It interferes with Mitchell’s training plans.

It shows how Mitchell learns about his roots.

Answer 1

In "Ball Hawk" by Joseph Bruchac, the hawk contributes to the plot in the following two ways:

1. It teaches a lesson Mitchell can apply to baseball. - The hawk's actions and presence often symbolize important lessons that Mitchell can learn and apply in his baseball game.

2. It represents the memories of Mitchell’s home run. - The hawk serves as a connection to Mitchell’s past and his memories, particularly regarding his achievements and experiences in baseball.

These elements highlight both the personal growth of the character and the thematic depth of the story.