Which statement best expresses the theme of the short story?
A Showing someone mercy and granting them forgiveness can be a freeing
experience.
B. Holding onto the anger you have for another person hurts you more than it
hurts them.
It's important to make the best of a difficult situation and find value in it.
D. Life isn't always fair and sometimes good people are punished for no reason.

Which statement best describes how the first-person narration in fever 1793 engages readers? mattie's perspective on the city of philadelphia gives readers an understanding of why some residents are leaving for the country. mattie's perspective on the state of her family's business gives readers an understanding of the responsibility she feels. mattie's perspective on her grandfather's strong-headed opinions gives readers an understanding of the influence he has on her. mattie's perspective on the events of 1793 gives readers an understanding of the experiences and uneasiness of the time.