In a futuristic society, a young boy begins to question his
society's beliefs. He disagrees with the idea that everyone
should be completely equal and that only the strong
should survive. He chooses to save a weak baby who was
going to be sent away in order to make a point. In order to
do so, he must leave the society and brave the unknown.
Which common literary theme is bestillustrated by the passage?
A. People must do what they feel is right, even if it goes against
society.
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B. Often, people must struggle against the natural order of things.
O
C. The government always knows what is best for the majority.
O
D. Good must repeatedly battle evil, and good does not always win.