What do we learn about Andy's parents?

What do we learn about Andy's parents?

• A. They attend every game
• B. They are supportive of his sports
• C. Never go to the games, they don't fit in
• D. They discourage him from playing

Answer: (C)

We’re looking at what the text shows about Andy’s family life and how it affects his experience with basketball. The story indicates that his parents don’t attend his games and aren’t part of the school crowd at the games, suggesting they don’t fit in with the other parents and aren’t emotionally or practically involved in his sport. This detail helps explain the sense of isolation Andy feels and underscores a theme of seeking support and belonging. Other options would imply a level of involvement or attitude that the text doesn’t support. Attending every game would contradict the described absence; being supportive would show in more active encouragement or presence, which isn’t conveyed; discouraging him would contest the tone and events the narrator portrays.

We’re looking at what the text shows about Andy’s family life and how it affects his experience with basketball. The story indicates that his parents don’t attend his games and aren’t part of the school crowd at the games, suggesting they don’t fit in with the other parents and aren’t emotionally or practically involved in his sport. This detail helps explain the sense of isolation Andy feels and underscores a theme of seeking support and belonging.

Other options would imply a level of involvement or attitude that the text doesn’t support. Attending every game would contradict the described absence; being supportive would show in more active encouragement or presence, which isn’t conveyed; discouraging him would contest the tone and events the narrator portrays.