The passage supports the theme "It may not always be easy to do what is right, but it is worth it." Jason's decision to remain silent in order to protect the immigrants and help Mia's family illustrates the complexities of doing the right thing, especially in difficult situations.
On page 234 in Front Desk, Mr. Yao has just taken Mia’s “new jeans'' from her to return them to their owner. While Mr. Yao was distracted by Mia and the jeans, Mia’s parents have been able to sneak away to warn the immigrants they’ve been hiding in the motel to leave. Jason witnessed the whole situation; however, he chooses not to say anything to his dad about it, which allows the immigrants to escape safely and Mia’s family to stay out of trouble..
What theme could this passage support?
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It is hard to be an immigrant, even when you have help.
It is hard to be an immigrant, even when you have help.
It may not always be easy to do what is right, but it is worth it.
It may not always be easy to do what is right, but it is worth it.
It is never right to keep secrets from your family.
It is never right to keep secrets from your family.
It is important to always follow your dreams, no matter how unattainable they seem.
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