Flashcard Practice

Front

Why does Carl disagree with his dad about being “rich”?

Back

He thinks being rich means having a lot of money and nice things

Front

What does Carl MOST worry about when his dad starts building the bike?

Back

That the bike will make him look strange in front of others

Front

Why is Peggy connected to Carl’s problem with his dad?

Back

Carl wants to fit in so she will notice him, but his dad’s choices make that difficult

Front

What clue makes Carl suspect his dad is building a bike out of junk?

Back

He sees his dad walking between the workshop and Old Oscar’s junk-filled yard

Front

Why is the type of bike Carl’s dad makes a problem for Carl?

Back

It is a recumbent bike that is low to the ground and difficult on hills

Front

Why does Carl feel even more frustrated after his dad builds the bike?

Back

Carl realizes his dad didn’t understand what he really needed

Front

What does reading the puppy-training pamphlet help Carl realize?

Back

That maybe changing his own reactions could change his dad’s behavior

Front

Why does Carl think his training plan might work on his dad?

Back

People sometimes respond to positive reinforcement just like animals do

Front

What happens when Carl first tries to “train” his dad at the garage sale?

Back

His dad ignores Carl and keeps buying random things

Front

What conclusion does Carl reach after several weeks of trying his strategy?

Back

He needs to adjust the plan because ignoring his dad isn’t working