Biff and Joe had an ironclad rule that no Gilman football player should ever let another Gilman boy ___.

• A. Sit alone on the bench.
• B. Refuse to help others.
• C. Eat lunch by himself.
• D. Skip practice.

Answer: (C)

This item tests inclusion and the responsibility teammates have to prevent social isolation. The rule focuses on preventing a teammate from eating lunch alone, which puts a spotlight on everyday interactions that build belonging and mutual care among players. Eating together is a simple, concrete way to foster team cohesion and show that everyone is part of the group. The other options describe different issues—being left out of the bench, refusing to help others, or skipping practice—that don’t directly illustrate the same daily, inclusive obligation to keep teammates socially connected. So, preventing someone from eating lunch alone best captures the ethical expectation of looking out for teammates and maintaining an inclusive team culture.