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RebelZane18
RebelZane18
01.11.2020 • 
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Jack is a page (a knight's helper) in Camelot. His story involves jousting matches and boisterous feasts. Although Jack is small for his
age, he hopes to become a knight someday, like his tough older
cousin. While working in the horse stalls one day, Jack overhears a plot
against the king. He collects evidence and presents it to his cousin,
who delivers the news to the king. The plot is thwarted and Jack is
hailed as a hero.
In part of the story, some other children tease Jack, saying he'll never amount
to anything because he is so short. Which statement best explains how this
plot event develops the theme that being smart and resourceful is more
important than being big and strong?
A. It shows that children can be cruel and need to be taught not to
act as bullies.
B. It shows that short people are treated unfairly and should be given
more power.
C. It shows that inner strength is not always recognized by those
around us.
D. It shows that being observant of our surroundings can lead to
surprising rewards

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