What job does Travis aspire to have when he is older? Why?

• A. Bus driver; he wants to follow in his dad's footsteps (Walter is a chauffeur).
• B. Doctor; he wants to help people in the neighborhood.
• C. Mechanic; he enjoys fixing things.
• D. Teacher; he likes helping kids learn.

Answer: (A)

The idea being tested is how a child’s hopes can reflect admiration for a parent and a wish to imitate them. Travis wants to be a driver when he grows up because he looks up to his father, Walter, who works as a chauffeur. That connection to his dad’s job makes the bus driver option the best fit, since it mirrors the kind of work his father does and represents him wanting to contribute to the family by following in his footsteps. The other careers—doctor, mechanic, or teacher—aren’t supported by the moment in the story where Travis expresses his future plans, so they don’t align with the evidence of his motivation.