Question

\im sure,\ said paolo.

o way!\ added celia.
paolo sat in the chair and stared across the lake. celia did too, but soon she grew restless. she got up, walked up and down the dock, and finally sat down, watching her mom.
seeing this, paolo felt bad. he went inside and put on his bathing suit. then he walked out to the dock where celia was sitting. when their mom swam up to them, paolo apologized. \ill swim with you, mom. im sorry i was crabby. the water actually looks nice,\ he said.
celia looked at paolo. then she ran to the cabin to change into her swimsuit, too.
which of the following best describes the main theme or lesson of the story?
set a good example for people who look up to you.
people cant agree one hundred percent of the time.
people today take technology for granted.

Explanation:

The story shows Paolo initially being uncooperative, then apologizing and agreeing to swim with his mom. Celia follows his lead by changing into her swimsuit afterward, demonstrating that his positive action influenced her. This aligns with the idea of setting a good example for others who observe you. The other options do not match the story's events: there is no focus on constant disagreement or technology.

Answer:

Set a good example for people who look up to you.