However, Hamish is accused of cheating in the semifinals by one of his opponents. Nell has proof that Hamish couldn't have cheated. However, allowing Hamish to be disqualified would make Nell the winner of the tournament by default.

Question

If the story's theme is about good sportsmanship, what would be the most logical conclusion to this story

A. Nell does something to get disqualified from the tournament as well.
B. Nell exposes the lie and proves that Hamish is innocent, allowing the friends to compete against each
C. Nell reaches out to Regina, the tournament organizer, for help in clearing Hamish's name.
D. Nell refuses to speak up in defense of Hamish and wins the tournament.

Answer 1

The most logical conclusion to this story, given the theme of good sportsmanship, would be:

B. Nell exposes the lie and proves that Hamish is innocent, allowing the friends to compete against each other.

This option aligns with the theme of good sportsmanship by emphasizing honesty, integrity, and the importance of fair play in competition. By standing up for her friend and ensuring that the best competitor wins fairly, Nell demonstrates the values of true sportsmanship.