Read this excerpt from the short story and answer the question. When he reached the top of a ridge he stood straight and proud in the moonlight, looking at Jim Hawkins'
big white house, feeling the gun sagging in his pocket. Lawd, ef Ah had jus one mo bullet Ah'd taka shot at
tha house. Ah'd like t scare ol man Hawkins jusa little ... Jusa enough tlet im know Dave Saunders is a
man.

What themes does this excerpt suggest? Select all that apply.

-Society does not treat African Americans and whites equally.

-Sometimes people use violent means to resolve issues.

-Poverty can lead people to do desperate things.

- Children should not be allowed to carry weapons.

Which is the best rebuttal to the following counter-argument? playing video games can be beneficial to youth because it enhances their hand and eye coordination, sharpens their reflexes, and keeps them out of trouble if they were playing outdoors. a. playing video games can be harmful because it is often done in isolation, which hinders the development of social skills b. playing video games can be harmful because excessive playing can lead to obsessive dependence, which can be dangerous. c. playing video games can be armful because it deprives kids of healthful exercise they would normally get by playing outdoors. d. playing video games can be harmful because the more attached youth are to the games, the more detached they become from reality.