The novel out of my mind opens with a powerful discussion of the power of words and language. How does this help capture the reader’s attention? It captures the reader’s attention by giving them something to learn about while also being introduced to the main character Melody Brooks A disabled girl with cerebral palsy. What predictions can the reader make about the narrator of the story? The reader can predict that she believes that words are very powerful. So people who cant talk really want a voice. What inferences can be made about the thought process of the narrator’s mind. The reader can infer that the narrator’s mind is very complex and wants to raise awareness for people with special needs. You can also infer that the narrator thoughts are words can mean a lot and they are sacred to people so use your word wisely or there will be consequences.