Hackett, Walter (adaptation)

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COLONEL
AARON BURR

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Use the passage to answer the question.

How does the play develop a theme about honor?

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Nolan’s honor toward his promise to Burr harms him, but his honor toward his country is what ultimately redeems him.
Nolan’s honor toward his promise to Burr harms him, but his honor toward his country is what ultimately redeems him.

Nolan’s honor toward his country is shown throughout the play, but his outburst in court dishonors him.
Nolan’s honor toward his country is shown throughout the play, but his outburst in court dishonors him.

Nolan’s honor is often misplaced in entities that abuse or betray that honor, as it is with both Burr and his country.
Nolan’s honor is often misplaced in entities that abuse or betray that honor, as it is with both Burr and his country.

Nolan’s honor is strong and unwavering despite his mistreatment, but it ultimately does nothing to free him from his torment.

Answer 1

The play develops a theme about honor by illustrating how Nolan's honor is complicated and impacts his life significantly. The correct response would be:

Nolan’s honor is often misplaced in entities that abuse or betray that honor, as it is with both Burr and his country.

This choice captures the complexity of honor throughout the play, showing how Nolan's dedication to his promises and to his country leads to both personal harm and a sense of betrayal, ultimately shaping the theme around the duality of honor.