Dara and Lexi were working on a project for class. They had to create a
poster that persuaded other students to take action about climate.
change. Lexi was taking a long time to come up with the headings for
each section of the poster. Dara was growing irritated.
Finally, Dara lost her patience. "Can you really not think of what to say?"
she yelled. I've been waiting 10 minutes!"
"Actually, Dara, no, Lexi explained quietly. "I was just wondering.
whether each section should start with a letter to spell out the word
"action" when they are all put together."
"Oh," said Dara. "That is a good idea. Sorry,"
"And I should remind you that I was patient a moment ago while you
spent 10 minutes trying to make up your mind over what color marker
to use."
"O.K., that's a fair point," said Lexi. "Sorry"
What are two themes of this text?
OA. Often the flaws that annoy us are the ones we also have, and we
should strive to give others the benefit of the doubt.
OB. The best decisions are those made quickly, and your style is as
important as your message.
C. When you waste time, you lose track of what's important, and
friendship involves being tolerant of others' faults.
D. Being kind is more important than being correct, and patience is a
good quality to have
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