Lessons from My Grandfather Much of what I learned about life was from my grandfather. He was an old man who told stories and asked questions. When I went to visit him, he would ask me about my dreams and fears. He would spit a little as he had started to lose a few teeth. Then, my grandfather looked into the horizon and spoke to me. His voice seemed to drift from the clouds, and it carried words of ancient wisdom. My grandfather taught me about believing in self. "What you are most afraid of," he once said, "is the fear of failure."

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Miss Nina Kaminski was on a vacation on the beach when she spotted Alisa. It was a beautiful day, and Alisa was fighting the unruly waves on her surfboard. Nina had never seen anyone else who could maneuver on the water like this young girl. And Nina knew how good Alisa was, as she had surfed professionally for years. Nina saw her long lost youth and energy in Alisa. She knew it was time to help someone maneuver their way into the world of athletics.

Which is a universal theme found in both passages?
A.
When in doubt, always listen to your heart.
B.
The young can always learn from their elders.
C.
It is easier to lose than to keep on working hard.
D.
People often lose their sense of wonder with age.