Final answer:
The theme in 'Young Goodman Brown' is a loss of faith can be caused by hypocrisy of others.
Step-by-step explanation:
The theme in 'Young Goodman Brown' is d. a loss of faith can be caused by hypocrisy of others.
The story follows Goodman Brown's journey into the woods where he encounters various townspeople, including his wife, who are all revealed to be followers of evil. These encounters cause Goodman Brown to question the true nature of humanity and his own faith. The hypocrisy and deceit of the townspeople ultimately lead to his loss of faith in humanity and the religious community.