Question

Stereotypes often prevent us from seeing people as they actually are. Which example from "The Strangers That Came to Town" best supports the theme?
A The boys fish all night and all day.

B Father makes the boys replace the Duvitch family fish.

C The narrator's mother sends a welcome gift to the Duvitch family.

D The Duvitch family proves themselves to be accomplished and well-respected people.

Pick the answer carefully.

Answer 1

Stereotypes often prevent us from seeing people as they actually are. Which example from "The Strangers That Came to Town" best supports the theme?  

A The boys fish all night and all day.  

B Father makes the boys replace the Duvitch family fish.  

C The narrator's mother sends a welcome gift to the Duvitch family.  

D The Duvitch family proves themselves to be accomplished and well-respected people.

Pick the answer carefully.

Answer 2

Short answer: B.

Here is why:

A might seem likely, but is actually incorrect because it does not show enough evidence to be anything more than a statement. It would more likely be a stereotype if the sentence was "All boys" or just "Boys" instead of "the boys", which refers to a specific group of boys.

B represents a family making boys do an activity. The answer as to why is not certain, but is likely because that is a "boys" thing to do.

C simply talks about a specific person, with no implication that their is stereotype involved.

D simply talks about the family success, with no stereotypical aspect involved.