Question

read the passage.
howard thurman was born in daytona beach, florida in 1899. in the early twentieth century, there were no high schools for african american children like thurman in daytona beach. determined to support the boys future, his family sent him to a boarding school ninety miles away in jacksonville. at the train station, however, thurman realized he was short on money to make the trip. he feared his dream of furthering his education was over before it even started. a stranger saw thurman crying and gave him the funds to reach his destination; a grateful thurman never forgot this gesture. later, he became an educator himself and dedicated his life to promoting equality and helping students to reach their full potential. one of these students was dr. martin luther king, jr., the future civil rights leader.
what details does the author use to develop the main, or central, idea that kindness was an important theme in howard thurmans life? select all that apply.
howard thurman studied under the famous civil rights leader dr. martin luther king, jr.
there were few places for thurman to learn in daytona beach, florida.
he devoted his life to teaching young people to recognize their own promise.
he always remembered how a stranger helped him in a time of need.

Explanation:

• The first option is incorrect: the passage states Thurman was Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s educator, not the other way around.
• The second option is incorrect: this detail establishes Thurman's educational barrier but does not relate to the theme of kindness.
• The third option is correct: Thurman devoting his life to helping students reach potential is his act of kindness, reflecting the theme.
• The fourth option is correct: Thurman remembering a stranger's kind financial help directly supports the kindness theme in his life.

Answer:

• He devoted his life to teaching young people to recognize their own promise.
• He always remembered how a stranger helped him in a time of need.