In "Why, You Reckon?" what argument does the other man say to persuade the narrator to team up with him? What lesson do you think the narrator learned from his experience with the other man and Edward? 3 sentences
In "Why, You Reckon?", the other man argues that by teaming up they would have a greater chance of successfully robbing the bank and getting away with it. He emphasizes that two minds and pairs of hands would be more effective than one.
From his experience, the narrator learned the importance of trusting his gut instinct and not getting swayed by the promises or schemes of others. He also learned the consequence of making impulsive decisions without fully considering the potential outcomes. Ultimately, he discovered that acting alone and relying on his own judgement was the better choice.