Question

reading quiz question 7 instructions read the question carefully and select the best answer. what is most closely a theme of the story? a holding on too strongly can ruin a friendship. b money is essential for happiness. c gestures of kindness can have a meaningful impact. d criminals should be harshly punished.

Explanation:

The question asks for the theme of a story. Themes are central ideas in literature. Analyzing the options, we look for a general - applicable idea about life or human nature. Option A is about a specific relationship issue, option B is about a material factor for happiness, option C is about the impact of kindness, and option D is about criminal punishment. The theme that is most likely to be a central idea of a story is the one about kindness having a meaningful impact as it is a more universal and common theme in literature.

Answer:

C. Gestures of kindness can have a meaningful impact.