When a reader makes inferences based on the details provided, it means
that they are able to understand the narrative or plot within the story
that they are reading on a deeper level based on their own
interpretations and experiences.
Answer:
i believe it means excited
I think that it would be protection. If he wears a helmet and watches out for traffic, there is a lower risk of him being run over or hurting himself badly when he falls of his bike. If he is mindful of pedestrians and uses hand signals, there is less of a chance that he will hit a pedestrian which could result in one or both of them getting hurt.