Narrator's Experiences with Howard

Charlie and Howard plan to catch a dog named Wishbone. They argue about the effectiveness of making wishes, but reconcile later. Charlie visits Howard's lively home and experiences the warmth of the Odom family, contrasting it with his own quieter home life.

What does Howard invite the narrator to do after school?

• Play video games

• Come to his house

• Go to the park

• Visit the library

What is the name of the dog they plan to catch?

• Wishbone

• Buddy

• Rover

• Spot

What does the narrator use to make a wish?

• A coin

• A star

• A feather

• An eyelash

Why does the narrator regret telling Howard about their wish?

• It sounds silly

• Howard laughed

• Howard told others

• It was a secret

What time does the narrator make their wish?

• 1:11

• 10:10

• 11:11

• 12:00

How does the narrator feel about visiting Howard's house?

• Indifferent

• Nervous

• Shy

• Excited

What does Howard's family do when the narrator visits?

• Eat cake

• Watch TV

• Go for a walk

• Play music

What does Howard use to explain his plan to catch Wishbone?

• A phone

• A computer

• A notebook

• A map

What activity do Howard and the narrator do in the afternoon?

• Search for Wishbone

• Go swimming

• Play soccer

• Read books

What is the narrator's impression of Howard's family dinner?

• Warm

• Formal

• Chaotic

• Quiet