Question

How is the theme developed through the characters in the passage?

a) O Jimmy and Girlie develop the theme when they decide to remain quiet about their mother's arrest. They feel it is important to protect Mrs. Bamjee's reputation in the community, so they tell the family not to discuss the matter outside the home.
b) O Bamjee develops the theme when he decides the family should remain quiet about the arrest. Bamjee wants to protect Mrs. Bamjee's reputation in the community, so he tells the family not to discuss the matter outside the home.
c) O Bamjee develops the theme when he searches for his wife after her arrest. He meets with a lawyer to find out where she was taken. He then stands outside a prison for hours. He eventually travels 50 miles to visit his wife.
d) Jimmy and Girlie develop the theme when they search for their mother after her arrest. First, they go to a lawyer. They then stand outside a prison for hours. When they find out she has been moved 50 miles away, Girlie submits to a police interview before she can visit her mother.

Answer 1

The theme is developed through the characters in option D. Jimmy and Girlie take active steps to find and support their mother.

Step-by-step explanation:

The theme of the passage is developed through the characters in option D. Jimmy and Girlie develop the theme when they search for their mother after her arrest. They take active steps, such as going to a lawyer and standing outside a prison, to find and support their mother. This demonstrates their commitment to family and their willingness to face challenges to protect their loved ones.