Part A What is a theme of “Stray”?

Every person has a certain role to play in his or her family.

Children should be willing to do what is needed for their family.

Parents should try to give their children want they want.

Sometimes it is important to put emotions first.
Question 2
Part B

Which evidence from “Stray” best supports the answer to Part A?

“Her parents glanced at each other and went on eating.”

“‘I wouldn’t leave an ant in that place,’ he said. ‘So I brought the dog back.’”

“She smiled at them, but they continued to ignore her.”

“‘You know we can’t afford a dog, Doris. You try to act more grown-up about this.’”