Which of the statements below describes a theme from the poem? O A. Feelings of dread can force people to achieve less.
OB. Dragons are mystical beings that symbolize awe.
OC. Space travel will allow humans to reach world peace.
OD. Human achievement will help society to persevere.

the answer is b. the tracer looks harmless in flight, but the pilot’s bitten lips and white knuckles suggest how dangerous it can be.

i believe it is the first option, having taken lessons

if the italicized words are he ran switfly, we can rewrite the sentence using a verbal phrase as follows:

running swiftly he was able to overtake the child.