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1. PART A: Which of the following best identifies the
theme of the short story?
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O A The relationship between mothers and daughters
can easily be strained by every day activities.
O B When children assert their independence, it
makes their parents more vulnerable and
heightens their fear of abandonment.
OC Even the love between a mother and her
daughter can eventually fade away if it is
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O D Although parents are often resentful of their
children's freedom and happiness, the best
parents are able to forgive their children.
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