person he knows. Since we are only hearing the events of that summer, and the descriptions of the people and situations of that summer from his point of view, it is important to ask yourself if he seems reliable and as honest as he thinks he is. Think about how he was raised, who he knows and what his impressions of people are. Also, think about how he acts and what might influence the way he tells the story. Considering all this, write about if you think Nick is reliable or not. Is he someone you can trust? Do we believe him completely, or does he seem biased towards anyone? Use details from the story to explain why you feel this way.

Now that you have thought about Nick, think about the people in your own life, and who you can rely on and trust, and who are the people that you often question if they are telling the whole truth or not. What makes a person reliable and trustworthy? Explain why you feel this way and use examples from your life to explain your answer.