Question

Which sentence connects an element of a story to a theme? (1 point)

The conflict between the main character and her mother helps readers understand typical relationships between
parents and children.

O The symbol of the butterfly helps readers understand the importance of change in a person's life.

The story takes place during the early 1900s and helps readers understand how women were treated differently during
that time.

The main character's change from being overly critical to compassionate helps readers understand that empathy is
needed to understand others.

Answer 1

"The main character's change from being overly critical to compassionate helps readers understand that empathy is needed to understand others."

Reason: It links a story element (the character's change) directly to a clear theme (empathy is necessary to understand others).