Question

Which event helps develop theme of perception versus reality in the text? Select the three correct answers. (2 points) Responses The young man gets up and walks down the path away from Gortsby. The young man gets up and walks down the path away from Gortsby. Gortsby recalls a similar thing happening to him when he was in a foreign capital. Gortsby recalls a similar thing happening to him when he was in a foreign capital. The young man reaches into his pockets in search of the soap. The young man reaches into his pockets in search of the soap. Gortsby interprets the man’s actions as a performance intended to create sympathy. Gortsby interprets the man’s actions as a performance intended to create sympathy. Gortsby finds the soap and concludes that the young man’s story was true. Gortsby finds the soap and concludes that the young man’s story was true. Gortsby believes that the absence of a bar of soap means that the young man’s story is untrue.

Answer 1

To develop the theme of perception versus reality in the text, the three correct answers are:

1. Gortsby interprets the man’s actions as a performance intended to create sympathy.
2. Gortsby finds the soap and concludes that the young man’s story was true.
3. Gortsby believes that the absence of a bar of soap means that the young man’s story is untrue.

These events illustrate how Gortsby’s interpretations and beliefs influence his understanding of the situation, showcasing the conflict between what is perceived and what is real.