American Sign Language - The Hammer Study Guide - Questions 1-10 1. When the doctor informs Matt’s mom that he is profoundly deaf, what does she (the doctor) recommend for Matt! Do you think her recommendation is usual? Why or why not?
2. Do you agree with the doctor’s recommendation, or do you side with the grandfather? Why?
3. Where does Matt go to school? What type of placement is this called?
4. What is strapped to Matt’s chest at school?
5. How do the other students treat Matt in elementary school? What is Matt’s response? Why do you think he reacts that way?
6. Why do you think the grandfather is so against Matt using sign language?
7. What does Matt’s grandfather work on with Matt?
8. What does the coach, originally, think about Matt joining the team? What was his reply?
9. How does the coach communicate with Matt?
10.What were Michelle’s reasons for saying no when Matt asked her to the Prom? What was his reply?