The Man in the Well by Ira Sher
9. PART A: Which of the following best describes a central theme of the text? [RL.2] A. Compassion is easy enough to find - even in difficult situations - if one looks hard enough for it. B. People - even children - can sometimes be unintentionally cruel when put in a position of power. C. It takes true courage to not do what everyone else is doing and stand up for what is right. D. It is easier and better to live in ignorance than to seek out knowledge and truth.
