1) austin reached into his backpack to make sure that it was there. he wasn't sure he needed his inhaler, but he was checking
just in case. his chest was tight as he once again attempted a deep breath. he completely filled his lungs and exhaled
smoothly. he repeated this rhythm several times, surprised at the ease at which it came. but he'd keep the inhaler in his
pocket. it had been a long time since he'd had a real asthma attack, since little league, in fact. but it was never too far from
his mind, especially when he played baseball
2) austin loved baseball, like fish love water, but he felt his asthma had probably kept him from reaching his full athletic
potential he knew today's practice would be tough, for tomorrow was a big game. he was right. it was rough, and austin and
several others weren't at the top of their game today. coach tanner firmly patted austin's shoulder as they headed for the
dugout "you've got to stop using it as a crutch, and let it go son" coach said in a firm, low voice.
coach tanner appears to be the kind of person who
a)
is mean and unsympathetic
b)
is only worried about winning.
c)
doesn't say what he means.
d)
sees the reasons for people's behaviors.