In a short story, a young scientist struggles to understand why her research is
not producing the results she wants. She stays late at night in the laboratory,
stops spending much time with her friends and family, and tries many
approaches to get the results she seeks. Eventually, she succeeds, and her
friends and family are very proud of her.
What are two common literary themes that this story most clearly shows?
A. The danger of contemptuous attitudes and the importance of
friends
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B. The frustration of not making progress and the renewal of hope
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C. The importance of keeping tempers in check and the joy of
success
D. The value of determination and the importance of sacrifice to
achieve goals