Marcus was always boasting about his ability to play the piano. “I’m the best there is!” he’d insist. However, when his music teacher finally insisted that Marcus take a seat on the piano bench and show off his abilities, the truth was revealed. Marcus had no idea how to play the piano! The experience was so embarrassing that Marcus decided to start taking lessons. In time, he actually became as good as he’d told everyone he was. However, no one believed him.
Which statement describes the theme of this paragraph?
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Responses
People are not likely to trust someone who lies.
People are not likely to trust someone who lies.
A boy does not know how to play the piano.
A boy does not know how to play the piano.
Learning new things can be difficult.
Learning new things can be difficult.
Hard work always pays great rewards.
1 answer
The statement that describes the theme of the paragraph is:
People are not likely to trust someone who lies.
This is illustrated by Marcus boasting about his abilities and then failing to deliver when asked to demonstrate his skills. Although he eventually learns to play well, his earlier dishonesty leads others to distrust him.
