Read the excerpt from paragraph 9. They were inscribed in a medical benefit society, their pet dog was licensed, they were
insured against fire, flood damage, and theft, and subscribed to the local Neighborhood
Watch, which supplied them with a plaque for their gates lettered YOU HAVE BEEN
WARNED over the silhouette of a would-be intruder.
What do these details tell you about the family in the story?
O They feel connected to their community.
O They are afraid of sickness.
They desperately want to be safe.
O They always obey the law.

What is the difference between theme and universal theme? theme refers to the central insight revealed through an american story, while universal theme refers to a theme revealed through a story of foreign origin. theme refers to a central message that applies to anyone, anywhere, while universal theme is particular to a certain individual, historical context, or culture. theme refers to the central insight revealed through a story, while universal theme refers to a theme that applies to anyone, anywhere. theme and universal theme are two terms that have the same definition.