Question

7 what is the theme of the story?
ⓐ things often work out better than expected.
ⓑ it is important to have friends you trust.
ⓒ always ask for help when it is needed.
ⓓ saying goodbye can be hard to do.

Explanation:

To determine the theme of a story, we analyze each option:

• Option A ("Things often work out better than expected") suggests a theme of positive outcomes or optimism about results.
• Option B ("It is important to have friends you trust") focuses on friendship and trust.
• Option C ("Always ask for help when it is needed") emphasizes seeking assistance.
• Option D ("Saying goodbye can be hard to do") centers on the difficulty of farewells.

Since the selected option (marked with a check) is A, we conclude the theme aligns with the idea that outcomes are often more favorable than anticipated.

Answer:

A. Things often work out better than expected