Basketball Point of View First half 

Read the story as if you were a great friend of the star basketball player Mallory Campos.  Highlight all the awesome things that was said about her in yellow that you would want to point out to her and help her relive her moment of glory.  How do you think Mallory feels about this news article? ___________________ ____________________________________________________________________ 2nd half 

Next, read the story as if you were Anna Brown who only had the chance to make one free throw shot.  Highlight the things that Anna would focus on in green if she was upset with how the game was played.  How does Anna feel about this article? _________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ Final Minutes Answer the following questions: 

Why do both players on the same winning team feel differently about the article?___________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________   

Can two separate viewpoints create conflict? ___________________________ How? ____________________________________________________________ Does Mallory Campos feel the same way as Anna Brown about her great playing?__________________________________________________________  Why is there such a difference in their opinion? __________________________ ____________________________________________________________________  Predict what you think might happen at their next practice when the coach reads the article to them.____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________

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