When a group is faced with common adversity, working together is better than being divided.
Explanation:
The Lost Message is a perfect example of the case when a group is faced with a humongous danger and the members of the group have different opinions of tackling them. Disunity and rivalry at that time can cost dear as signified in the above-stated lore.
The failure of the ants to arrive at a common decision regarding dealing with the adversity led them to their destruction. These stories have hidden meanings which need to understood and inculcated in our day to day dealings.
you must think about how you can apply your knowledge to every day life
The correct option is B) “A snowstorm threatens their lives and forces them to seek shelter.” The reason why Slateh and Aaron spend days in the haystack is because a snowstorm took Aaron by surprise when he was taking the goat to the town. Even though Aaron did not agree with taking the goat to the butcher, he was obeying his father's orders.
Option C) is incorrect as it was not getting dark, it was the snowstorm that stopped him.
Option D) is also incorrect since Zlateh suspected that something wrong was happening but did not offer any resistance to move further.