PART A: Which statement identifies the main theme of the short story a sound of thunder? A It is impossible to predict and prepare for every possible outcome, no matter how careful you are. B Humans tend to be careless in their treatment of the environment and unaware of the consequences of their actions. C Everything that has taken place in the past is intricately connected, and one small action can have major consequences. D Technology should be used to advance the world, and should not be wasted on trivial leisure pursuits.

The correct answer is C:  Everything that has taken place in the past is intricately connected, and one small action can have major consequences.

Explanation:

In "A Sound of a Thunder", the author describes how all events from the past are connected and tries to explain the possible ripple effect that one alteration could have on the future. He also tries to send a strong message to the readers, by explaining how one event from the present can affect our future.

He supports the claim of his story by the fact that even the death of a single butterfly can alter the world as its death drastically changes the development of the language and influences on important presidential elections..

b

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