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This character is the protagonist who is also the pitcher for the Clippers.
Who is “Michael?”
This character is the protagonist’s best friend. He is the catcher for the Clippers and is shaped “like a fireplug.”
Who is “Manny?”
This character is an elderly neighbor who helps “her boys,” believes in angels, and watches Oprah.
Who is “Mrs. C.?”
This character is the antagonist of the story and the pitcher for the West Chester South team.
Who is “Justin?”
This character is a little league umpire and also a children youth services worker who is fooled by Uncle Timo.
Who is “Mr. Gibbs?”
“Never give up hope, especially when it involves doing something you love” fits which character?
Who is “Michael?”
“Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it” fits which character?
Who is “Carlos?”
For which character could “Stand by your best friend through thick and thin” be a theme?
Who is “Manny?”
For which character could “If you believe the best in people, things will turn out for the best” be a theme?
Who is “Mrs. C.?”
For whom could “Crime never pays” be a possible theme?
Who is “Ramon” (or “Carlos”)?
What is the place where the Clippers play home games?
What is “Macombs Dam Park?”
This is Michael’s birthplace.
What is “Cuba?”
This is the time period of the novel.
What is “present time?” (or late 1990s-present)
The important place right down the block from Michael that seems “worlds away.”
What is “Yankee Stadium?”
One way the setting could change without changing the story.
Answers will vary.
Where Michael told everyone Papi had gone.
Where is “to Florida to care for his sick brother.”
The team the Clippers have to beat to make it to the little league world series.
Who is “West Chester South?”
The “job” on the team Michael is given when he isn’t allowed to pitch.
What is “3 rd base coach?”
The name of the song Michael uses to get El Grande’s attention.
What is “El Ratoncito Miguel?”
Carlos’s illegal job.
What is “scalping tickets at Yankee Stadium?”
Papi impersonator.
Who is “Uncle Timo?”
El Grande’s daughter and Michael’s love interest.
Who is “Ellie?”
How fast Manny thinks Michael is able to pitch.
What is “80 mph?”
The place where the little league world series is held.
Where is “Williamsport, PA?”
The cause of Papi’s death.
What is “a heart attack.”
Make your wager
Name one dynamic and one static character from the novel.
Answers vary.