Introduction-Chapter 6

Reading Check

1. He has a flat tire on his car. (Chapter 1)

2. His constant negativity (Chapter 3)

3. It is discovered that his brakes need replacement parts. (Chapter 2)

4. He wants to turn things around with Joy, but she isn’t driving the bus that day. (Chapters 4-5)

5. Her father is sick. (Chapter 6)

6. The 10 Rules for the Ride of Your Life (Chapter 6)

7. They chant, “Yes! Yes! Yes!” (Chapter 6)

Short Answer

1. George’s negative attitude has become a habit. He also has many things that do not seem to be working out for him. Joy, however, claims that people can still have a positive attitude regardless of their circumstances. (Various chapters)

2. George is frustrated with his team’s performance. He is also frustrated with himself, though, as he says he is the one who needs to be fired. (Chapter 6)

Chapters 7-11

Reading Check

1. She says that it gives those other people control over our lives. (Chapter 7)

2. You’re the Driver of Your Bus. (