Horrible Harry Takes the Cake
Suzy Kline
- Reading
- Afterwards, compare confidence with the facts actually established.
- Themes
- Curiosity and responsible investigation: The investigation raises questions about how confidence and evidence relate, especially when a friend challenges the method used. The story sets confidence and determination against a concern about whether the investigation has been conducted responsibly.
- Worth knowing
- The central issue is not simply whether Harry solves the mystery, but whether his risky method is acceptable and whether he has enough facts before telling everyone his conclusion.