You will use "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" by Mark Twain for the following questions.

Question

Which of the following best describes a theme of the story?

(1 point)
Responses

If people are not careful, tricksters and hustlers will take advantage of them.
If people are not careful, tricksters and hustlers will take advantage of them.

Great storytelling is an essential component of American culture.
Great storytelling is an essential component of American culture.

Observing deception can be amusing, but being deceived is not.
Observing deception can be amusing, but being deceived is not.

Being too competitive can have a harmful effect on an individual and the people around them.

Answer 1

The theme that best describes "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" is:

If people are not careful, tricksters and hustlers will take advantage of them.

This theme reflects the story's focus on deception and the consequences of naivety, as characters engage in betting and tricks that illustrate the potential pitfalls of being overly trusting or competitive.