Question

The rabbit had always been faster than the tortoise. No one had ever doubted it. But today, the tortoise was determined to win. He had been practicing his steady pace every day, while the rabbit rested, confident that the race was already won.
Which theme is most likely being explored in this passage
The importance of talent over hard work
The value of patience and persistence
The need for speed to succeed
The inevitability a failure for the slow

Answer 1

The theme most likely being explored in this passage is **the value of patience and persistence**. The tortoise's determination to practice and maintain a steady pace suggests that hard work and dedication can lead to success, even when faced with a faster opponent.