How could you tell early in the story that Helen was capable of learning? Do you think Annie's teaching ideas would have work with most children who can neither see or hear? Why or why not?

Which statement is true about the theme of a short story? a. the theme is directly stated in the story. b. the theme is the message the author wants to convey. c. the theme is the purpose of the story. d. the theme is the same as the subject of the story.