“Black Ships before Troy: The Story of the Iliad” Lines 1-8: What elements of Greek mythology do you find in these lines? How do
you know a conflict begins here?

explanation:

it's important for any number of settings.   but then i'm a retired teacher and my view may be biased.

it certainly will not weigh as a minus when applying to a college, while poor grades always work against you.

other factors are important like what you do to improve the community.  

being surrounded by crimes, poverty, and failing schools as well as his own lack of confidence in his abilities.

i think the answer is second