Question

which could best serve as the theme of a story about holiday gift giving?
○ gift giving
○ the value of a gift is not in its price, but rather in its sentiment.
○ giving homemade gifts is better than giving store bought gifts.
○ miriam painted a picture of the ocean to gift to her brother for hanukkah.

Explanation:

A theme is a central idea or message. "gift giving" is a topic, not a theme. "Giving homemade gifts is better..." is a specific opinion. "Miriam painted..." is a plot detail. "The value of a gift is not in its price, but rather in its sentiment" is a universal message about gift - giving, suitable as a theme.

Answer:

B. The value of a gift is not in its price, but rather in its sentiment.