What does Andy fear his low grades, absences, and police record will lead to?

• A. no college/scholarship
• B. a college scholarship
• C. a job with the police
• D. transfer to another school

Answer: (A)

Andy’s worry is about how his poor grades, frequent absences, and a police record could shut doors to his future. When colleges decide who to admit and who gets a scholarship, they look at transcripts, attendance, and conduct. Negative signals in these areas suggest he may struggle in college or be ineligible for financial aid, so he fears losing the chance to attend college or to receive a scholarship. This fear reflects a real tension in the story: the choices he’s made could limit opportunities after high school. The other options aren’t consistent with his concern, since a scholarship or a police job would require a much stronger record, and transferring to another school isn’t the central fear driving his mindset.