Why does she believe good grades are important?

• A. They show proficiency, academic achievement, and hard work.
• B. They guarantee success in life.
• C. They are the only measure of intelligence.
• D. They have little value beyond GPA.

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is that grades matter because they reflect what a student has learned and how hard she has worked. When grades are strong, they indicate proficiency with the material, solid academic achievement, and consistent effort over time. This combination is meaningful because it signals readiness for more advanced study and potential opportunities. The other statements don’t fit because grades don’t guarantee life success, they aren’t the only measure of intelligence, and they don’t have value only as a GPA; they embody understanding and progress beyond a single number.