One theme of “Gumption" is that people tend to lose hope in difficult times. How does Sylvester help to develop this theme?

A. He makes fun of those around him instead of supporting his family.
B. He chooses to do nothing rather than face continued rejection
C. He spends more time living in the past than thinking about the present.
D. He damages his relationship with his wife by treating her with disrespect.

He chooses to do nothing rather than face continued rejection.

Explanation:

Sylvester has had difficulty finding work, so he lazes around at home where his wife scolds him. I took the test and this was right.

what is the purpose of the description in this passage from travels with charley?

to explain how he develops friendships with people

to show his fear of the man

to show that people in the bad lands are dangerous

to show the similarity between the man and the place