English

Jeremy Heath

27 May, 16:37

In a short story, a man is asked to lie to hide the fact that a family member

has committed a crime. He accepts this and keeps this secret for many years,

even as it angers him to lie to people about it. He realizes that keeping the

secret is making him an angry person and eventually decides to tell the truth,

even if doing so has serious consequences.

Which is the most accurate analysis of two literary themes from this story?

A. The story expresses admiration for those exhibiting resilience and

endurance

B. The story provides emotional encouragement to those who have

experienced loss

C. The story explores the limits of resignation and the dangers of

frustration

D. The story describes sadness as a complement to, rather than the

opposite of joy