Read this excerpt from the adventures of robinson crusoe: when i was on the desperate expedition on the desert shores of africa, i never had so much as one thought of what would become of me. . when i was delivered and taken up at sea by the portuguese captain . . i had not the least in my thoughts. when, again, i was shipwrecked, ruined, and in danger of drowning, on this island, i was as far from remorse, or looking on it as a judgment: i only said to myself often, that i was an unfortunate dog, and born to be always miserable. how does this passage contribute to the overall meaning of the story? a. describing crusoe's self-examination develops the idea of battling one's flaws. b. revealing crusoe's thoughts about his past behavior advances the plot of the story. c. revealing crusoe's inner thoughts makes him a more sympathetic character. d. describing crusoe's memory of these events reveals the fact that he is homesick.
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Which two elements does this excerpt from a christmas carol by charles dickens contain? "a small matter," said the ghost, “to make these silly folks so full of gratitude." "small! " echoed scrooge. the spirit signed to him to listen to the two apprentices, who were pouring out their hearts in praise of fezziwig: and when he had done so, said, "why! is it not? he has spent but a few pounds of your mortal money: three or four perhaps. is that so much that he deserves this praise? " "it isn’t that," said scrooge, heated by the remark, and speaking unconsciously like his former, not his latter, self. "it isn't that, spirit. he has the power to render us happy or unhappy; to make our service light or burdensome; a pleasure or a toil. say that his power lies in words and looks; in things so slight and insignificant that it is impossible to add and count ’em up: what then? the happiness he gives, is quite as great as if it cost a fortune." he felt the spirit's glance, and stopped. "what is the matter? " asked the ghost. "nothing particular," said scrooge. "something, i think? " the ghost insisted. "no," said scrooge, "no. i should like to be able to say a word or two to my clerk just now. that's all."

Which theme is shared by both text ? a. it is unwise to offend the gods. b. all people deserve to be treated with respect. c. pride and overconfidence can lead to a person's desmise. d. it is important to maintain a positive attitude, even when you lose.