Consider the complex character tajima shume in “tajima.” how do tajima’s actions and interactions advance the plot and develop a theme in the story? in your response, describe a theme of the story and explain how the author uses characterization to develop the theme and advance the plot. use evidence from the text to support your response. your response should be at least three complete paragraphs.

The reversalists continue their labors, confident that they will one day construct an engine that generates more compression than it uses, a perpetual power source that will restore to the universe its lost vigor. which theme is best supported by the excerpt? a. scientific study requires dedication and perseverance. b. people will always look for a way to achieve immortality. c. death must always be endured alone. d. change is difficult to accept but beneficial if embraced.