Part A What is a central theme of “Racing to Race?”

A close friend is good medicine.

Running a race is not always about winning.

Good things always come to those who wait.

Recovery from a setback takes time and patience.
Question 2
Part B

Which statement best shows how the theme identified in Part A is developed in the story?

Carlo realizes that he may not be able to compete on the school track team but also discovers that, with time, he will still be able to participate in a sport he loves.

Carlo pictures himself winning a big race on the school track team but then he realizes he may have developed asthma.

Meiya knows that she is faster than Carlo, so she does her best to encourage him and also lets him win a race between them to boost his spirits.

Carlo is discouraged that he has to rest after running a short distance, but Meiya reminds him that he has only just finished rehab.