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Which is a true statement?

Themes are implied by the writer and are never obvious.

Themes may be specific to one culture or apply to multiple cultures.

Themes are always stated directly by the writer at the beginning of a literary work.

Themes are usually indirectly referred to by the writer in the middle of the action of a literary work.

I think its A

Explanation:

Im not 100% sure, but just try it

From the passage from "The Quinceanera", the phrase that most helps create the mood is the phrase “stroller-driving moms and crying babies.” This phrase helps create the irritated mood.

In literature, mood is a literary resource used to cause certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and descriptions. It creates an emotional setting that surrounds the readers.

In this passage, the narrator is conveying irritation and annoyance because of   because of the crowd in the jewelry store and the crying babies.