How is competition portrayed through Finny's worldview?

• A. Competition is a hostile, exclusive fight.
• B. Finny views competition as a joyful, inclusive challenge focused on personal bests and camaraderie.
• C. Competition is irrelevant to his worldview.
• D. Competition always leads to conflict.

Answer: (B)

Finny’s view of competition centers on joy, inclusion, and personal growth rather than rivalry or dominance. He treats athletic activity as a social, uplifting experience where the goal is to test oneself and enjoy the moment with friends, not to crush an opponent or prove superiority. You can see this in how he invites others into activities, elevates participation and teamwork, and reframes effort as something shared rather than something one person wins over another. He often emphasizes the camaraderie of the moment and the personal bests everyone can achieve together, rather than a hostile, win-at-all-costs mindset. This warm, inclusive approach to competition is what defines his worldview in the book, contrasting with harsher, more antagonistic views of competition.