Question

Which two statements best describe major themes of the text? SELECT TWO
The Secret Source
Ben Okri
2022

A. In moments of crisis the government can provide safety and security.
B. The search for truth can sometimes be a difficult and dangerous endeavor.
C. During times of uncertainty it is best to rely on experts for trustworthy information.
D. If you refuse to help others then you will end up vulnerable when you need help yourself.
E. It is necessary to base your beliefs on proven scientific facts instead of personal observations.
F. The decision to conform with or rebel against society's beliefs can have tremendous consequences

Answer 1

B and F

B — The story shows that pursuing hidden truths can put people at risk and involves hardship.
F — Characters must choose whether to follow or resist communal beliefs, and those choices lead to significant consequences.