How does this theme develop over the course of "One Thousand Miles"? It is important to appreciate one's family despite the differences that may exist between family members.

Alejandro is frustrated with his family because they are too loud for him, but through interactions with his mother, cousins, and Abuela, he realizes that they are nevertheless important to him.

Alejandro isn't looking forward to visiting his extended family because they are too loud, but once he gets there and starts playing soccer with Marco and Javier, he realizes they have many things in common.

Alejandro wants to get away from his family, but when Abuela Lola cheers him up, he realizes that his life in Mexico is quite lonely without his cousins nearby.

Alejandro is exhausted by his loud family, but when his mother explains to him why family is important to her, he realizes he was being selfish and unrealistic and starts to enjoy being with them.

Lots of elementary school kids play sports after school. they play soccer, tennis, football, baseball, and even lacrosse. but i think that another great way to spend the afternoon is by playing a non-physical activity: chess. at our school we have a chess club that meets every week to play games and to learn about chess-related issues. chess is a wonderful game for many reasons. chess teaches students to be patient and not rush decisions. chess also teaches students how to strategize their future plans. and finally, chess teaches students the importance and necessity of sacrifice. chess can teach students just as much as any other sport. which sentence could best be added to this paragraph as a supporting detail? a) chess is not as fun as playing a sport outdoors might be. b) my father is very good at chess and plays a game with me every night. c) chess teaches students to think ahead about the consequences of their actions. d) other activities that are as fun as chess are painting, drawing, dancing, and acting.