Question

read this passage: jonas was a great basketball player and was hoping to get a scholarship to a big university. unfortunately, he was in danger of failing his math class, which would mean he couldnt play in the championship game. he needed to get at least a b on the final to pass the class. he studied every night and worked hard to learn the material. on the day of the final, he was nervous but confident. after the exam, the teacher congratulated jonas and told him he had passed! jonas was thrilled and ran to tell his teammates that he could play in the big game. what is the main conflict in this passage? a. jonas doesnt want to play in the big game, but he is afraid to tell his teammates. b. jonas wants to play in the big game, but his math teacher is mean and wont let him. c. jonas has to decide whether to study for his math final or play basketball. d. jonas needs to get a b on his math final if he wants to play in the big game.

Explanation:

The passage states Jonas is at risk of failing math, which would prevent him from playing in the championship game. His goal of playing in the game is contingent on getting at least a B on the math final. This is the main conflict.

Answer:

D. Jonas needs to get a B on his math final if he wants to play in the big game.