Question

ing. hallway of roosevelt high school. present. school day morning.)

: students congregate around lockers, soft low conversation during scene. jim and scott
from rear and walk downstage.

(looking around and smiling.) lovable old monsters, isnt it? (scott gives jim a negative look
tries to smile.)
youll think so in a few years. now tell me, whens the best time to meet your friends?

stop in front of scotts locker.

jim (doing as hes told.) you dont have to wait around for art. theyre just like other kids you
every day.

scott, i want to meet your special friends.

scott (pointing to students walking by.) theyre all my special friends.

id like to meet them personally.

scott (pointing to no one in particular in the hallway.) special friends, meet my brother jim.

5 which of the following is a theme of the passage?
a who we really are isnt always what others expect us to be
b returning home after a long absence is usually a painful exper
c a military career can lead to improved self - esteem
d most brothers dont get along until they are older

Explanation:

To determine the theme, analyze each option:

• Option A: The passage shows Scott’s expectation vs. Jim’s reality (Scott wants to meet “special friends,” but Jim considers all students his friends), reflecting that one’s true self may differ from others’ expectations.
• Option B: No mention of “painful” return or long absence.
• Option C: No focus on military career or self - esteem.
• Option D: The passage doesn’t discuss brothers’ relationship over age.

So, A aligns with the passage’s theme.

Answer:

A. Who we really are isn’t always what others expect us to be