What evidence from “Like the Sun” supports the inference that Sekhar is reluctant to tell the headmaster the truth about his singing?

Select all that apply.

Like the Sun

a. Truth, he reflected, required as much strength to give as to receive.
b. He felt that his official life was not going to be smooth sailing hereafter.
c. [Sekhar] was one of the most dreaded music critics in the town.
d. “Can’t I give it tomorrow, sir?” Sekhar asked tentatively.