Chapter 10 The Harley- How to Train Your Dad

What does Carl mean when he says, “Sometimes you learn more from painful example than helpful warning”?

• A calamity can often cause more joy than a mutiny

• Experiencing a consequence can teach better than just being told

• A makeshift warning always prevents a mishap

• A harsh dialect makes lessons feel less real

Carl says bartering is “the very best and purest way to do business.” What is the closest synonym for purest in this sentence?

• Serene

• Genuine

• Stern

• Gabled

When Carl tries to trade his dad's Harley for a dog, this could best be described as:

• A mutiny

• A calamity

• A barter

• A deluge

Carl’s dad’s voice becomes more stern after Carl asks about trading the Harley. What does stern mean?

• Proud and excited

• Calm and relaxed

• Serious and firm

• Silly and playful

When Carl's dad laughs after realizing Carl was serious, his reaction could best be described as:

• Serene

• Jovial

• Sullen

• Afflicted

Carl might say he was being naive to think his dad would be happy about the trade. What does naive mean?

• Clever and tricky

• Young and hopeful

• Inexperienced and too trusting

• Mischievous and sneaky

Carl’s dad gives him a stern look and a long explanation. That look most likely showed:

• Humor and delight

• Kindness and affection

• Disappointment or disapproval

• Surprise and fear

Carl felt a little afflicted when his dad started laughing at him. What does afflicted mean?

• Hurt or troubled

• Angry and yelling

• Grateful and quiet

• Excited and energetic

If Carl had looked up the value of a Harley first, he might have avoided a:

• Calamity

• Vigil

• Dialect

• Sextant

Carl thought the dog was an ideal trade for the motorcycle. What does ideal mean?

• Cheap and used

• Old and rusty

• Perfect and desirable

• Strange and unpredictable